Marijan Vajda

Born in Zagreb on January 1, 1920 — died January 1, 1997 (aged 77)

Marijan Vajda was a writer and director born in Yugoslavia who directed many movies and short films. Mate Relja was a Croatian film director, screenwriter, and actor. He is best known for directing Vlak u snijegu (Train in the Snow, 1976), a beloved children's film based on the novel by Mato Lovrak. The film has become a classic in Croatian cinema, cherished for its portrayal of teamwork and perseverance among schoolchildren. Relja's contributions have been instrumental in shaping the landscape of Croatian film.