Jan Švankmajer
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About
Director best known for his surreal films and stop-motion animations. Some of his popular films are Little Otik and Lunacy. Famous filmmaker Terry Gilliam has stated he took much influence from Švankmajer's work.
Before Fame
Since childhood, he showed an interest in puppet theater which would influence his later work.
Trivia
In 2000, he received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the World Festival of Animated Film.
Family Life
His wife's name is Eva. They have two children.
Associated With
In 1988, he created his own film version of Alice in Wonderland by author Lewis Carroll.
