Slovak actors died in 2003
Here are 2 famous actors from Slovakia died in 2003:
František Velecký
František Velecký (March 8, 1934 Zvolen-October 5, 2003 Bratislava) a.k.a. Frantisek Velecky, Fero Velecky, Fero Velecký, Ferro Velecký or Fr. Velecký was a Slovak actor and designer.
He started his career as an actor in the 1950s and became a member of the Slovak National Theater ensemble in 1960. However, he was also interested in costume design and stage design, and he began to work as a designer in the 1970s. He designed costumes and sets for more than 200 productions, including plays, operas, and ballets. His work was characterized by a vivid visual imagination and a sense of restraint that enhanced the mood and atmosphere of the productions.
Apart from his work as an actor and designer, Velecký was also involved in writing and directing. He wrote several plays and directed more than a dozen productions, including his own plays and adaptations of classics. He was known for his strong directorial vision and ability to create a cohesive and coherent theatrical experience.
Throughout his career, Velecký received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to Slovak theater, including the Pribina Cross and the Actor of the Year award. He died in 2003, leaving behind a legacy of creativity, innovation, and dedication to the art of theater.
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Karol Zachar
Karol Zachar (January 12, 1918 Svätý Anton-December 17, 2003 Bratislava) a.k.a. Karol Legény or Karol L. Zachar was a Slovak actor, film director, art director and costume designer.
Zachar began his career as an actor in the 1940s and went on to appear in more than 30 Slovak and Czech films. He later ventured into directing and produced 16 narrative feature films, documentaries, and television series. His notable films include "Jánošík", "The Outrageous Baron Munchausen", and "Valerie and Her Week of Wonders".
Apart from his work in film, Zachar also made significant contributions to theatre and television. He worked as an art director at the Slovak National Theatre and designed costumes for various productions. He also directed several episodes of the popular Slovak TV series "The Hospital on the Outskirts".
Zachar was a respected figure in the Slovak film industry and was honored with numerous awards throughout his career, including the prestigious Pribina Cross. He remained active in the film industry until his death in 2003 at the age of 85.
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