Springman and the SS
Pérák a SS
Synopsis
The first animated picture made by Jiří Trnka for adults. It is a comic story of a legendary chimney-cleaner who, with the help of a spring from an old lounge-chair, became the terror of the Prague-occupying SS troops in World War II.
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The Spring-Man and the SS (1945)
Type: Featurette • Published 2011-11-22
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jiří Trnka, Jiří Brdečka
- Screenplay & Story
- Jiří Brdečka, Jiří Trnka
- Original Score
- Jan Rychlík
- Original Title
- Pérák a SS
- Country of Origin
- Czechoslovakia
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 14m
- Production Studios
- Krátký film Praha – Studio Bratři v triku
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jiří Trnka, Jiří Brdečka
Jiří Brdečka, Jiří Trnka, Ota Šafránek
Jan Rychlík
Vladimír Novotný
Department Leadership Roster
Jiří Trnka
Director
Jiří Brdečka
Screenplay
Jiří Trnka
Screenplay
Vladimír Novotný
Director of Photography
Jan Rychlík
Original Music Composer
Jiří Brdečka
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Springman and the SS
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What is Springman and the SS about?
The first animated picture made by Jiří Trnka for adults. It is a comic story of a legendary chimney-cleaner who, with the help of a spring from an old lounge-chair, became the terror of the Prague-occupying SS troops in World War II.
Who directed Springman and the SS?
Springman and the SS was directed by Jiří Trnka, Jiří Brdečka.
Who stars in Springman and the SS?
The principal cast of Springman and the SS includes Not specified.
When was Springman and the SS released and how long is it?
Springman and the SS was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 14m.
Who composed the musical score for Springman and the SS?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Springman and the SS was composed by Jan Rychlík.