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Director
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Languages
Slovene
Children
1 child: Tugo Štiglic
Education
University of Ljubljana
Zodiac Sign
♏ Scorpio
Chinese Zodiac
羊 Goat
Name Origin
English < Proto-Indo-European (*preng-)
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France Štiglic is known for directing.
Born in Kranj, Slovenia (died at age 73).
2 awards including Prešeren Award.
France Štiglic has 15 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (15)
The Merry Wedding
The Merry Wedding
Writer, Director
Povest o dobrih ljudeh
Director
Little Shepherds
Director
Bratovščina Sinjega galeba
Director
Amandus
Director
Don't Cry
Director
Tistega lepega dne
Director
Ballad About a ...
Ballad About a Trumpet and a Cloud
Director
The Ninth Circle
Director, Writer
The False Passport
The False Passport
Director
AWARDS (2)
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Prešeren Award
WON
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Župančič Award
WON
Biography
France Štiglic (12 November 1919 – 4 May 1993) was a Slovenian film director and screenwriter. His 1948 film On Our Own Land was entered into the 1949 Cannes Film Festival. His film The Ninth Circle (1960) was Yugoslavia's submission for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film at the 33rd Academy Awards, where it was shortlisted for the award. He is one of the pioneers of Slovenian film.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was France Štiglic?
France Štiglic was born on and passed away on at the age of 73.
Where was France Štiglic born?
France Štiglic was born in Kranj, Slovenia.
What movies or shows has France Štiglic been in?
France Štiglic has 15 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Merry Wedding (1984), Povest o dobrih ljudeh (1975), Little Shepherds (1973), Bratovščina Sinjega galeba (1969), Amandus (1966).
What is France Štiglic known for?
France Štiglic is primarily known as a director. France Štiglic (12 November 1919 – 4 May 1993) was a Slovenian film director and screenwriter. His 1948 film On Our Own Land was entered…
Where can I find more information about France Štiglic?
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