Czechoslovakian movie stars died in 1966
Here are 2 famous actors from Czechoslovakia died in 1966:
Rudolf Antonín Dvorský
Rudolf Antonín Dvorský (March 24, 1899-August 2, 1966 Prague) also known as R. A. Dvorsky, R. H. Dvorsky, Dvorsky, R. A., Rudolf Antonín Dvorský or R. A. Dvorský was a Czechoslovakian actor.
He was born in Prague, Czechoslovakia (now Czech Republic) in 1899. Dvorský began his acting career on stage in the 1920s and went on to become a prolific film actor in Czechoslovakia's burgeoning film industry, starring in over 100 movies.
He was renowned for his versatility and charisma on screen, and became one of the most popular actors in Czechoslovakia during the 1930s and 1940s. Some of his most notable roles included the lead in the film "Jan Hus," which earned him critical acclaim for his portrayal of the Czech religious reformer.
During World War II, Dvorský became involved in the resistance movement against the Nazi occupation of Czechoslovakia, and he continued to work in theatre and film throughout the post-war years.
In addition to his acting work, Dvorský was also a respected director and screenwriter. He directed several films, including "Ahoj, lidé!" and "Varmuzova cesta," both of which were well-received by audiences and critics alike.
Dvorský's legacy as one of Czechoslovakia's finest actors is still celebrated today, with his performances continuing to inspire new generations of actors and filmmakers.
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Václav Vích
Václav Vích (January 18, 1898 Karlovy Vary-September 14, 1966 Rome) also known as Vick Vaclav, Venceslao Vick, Theodor Wich, Venceslao Vich, V. Vich, Vaclav Vich or Vich was a Czechoslovakian cinematographer, photographer and actor.
He began his career as a photographer, working for magazines and newspapers. In the early 1920s, he started working in the film industry as a camera assistant and operator, and by the end of the decade, he was a full-time cinematographer. He contributed to the early development of Czechoslovak cinema, working on over 50 films in the 1920s and 30s.
Vích was known for his innovative techniques, including the use of artificial lighting and dynamic camera movement. His work was praised for its artistic and technical excellence. He collaborated with many notable filmmakers, including Karel Lamac, Martin Frič, and Gustav Machatý.
During World War II, Vích fled Czechoslovakia and worked in Italy and Germany, where he continued to work in the film industry. In the late 1940s, he returned to Czechoslovakia and continued his career as a cinematographer until his retirement in the early 1960s.
Vích also worked as an actor, appearing in a few films throughout his career. He was a member of the Czechoslovakian Academy of Sciences and Art and received numerous awards for his contributions to film.
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