Deštník
Also known as: Destnik
English title: Umbrella
- Studio
- Krátký Film Praha, Studio Jiřího Trnky
- Distributor
- Krátký Film Praha
Synopsis
A fairy puppet with an umbrella and a striking resemblance to Hans Christian Andersen's Wag Close-your-eyes wakes up the toys at night and, using his magic power, organizes a wonderful performance with them. At dawn, everything gets quiet again and goes back to its place. The puppet with his umbrella disappears.
Characters
Fairy
Credits
Directing
- Director
- Bretislav Pojar
Crew
- Designer
- Jiří Trnka Jiri Trnka
Production notes
Modern drawn animation.
Awards
Cendrillon (Best Children's Film), Cannes, 1957.
First Prize in Category of Films for Children and Youth, Locarno, 1958
First Prize in Category of Films for Children and Youth, Locarno, 1958
