
Springman and the SS
Directed by Jiří Trnka, Jiří Brdečka
Produced by Krátký film Praha – Studio Bratři v triku
A whimsical, absurdist wartime fable where an ordinary chimney sweep becomes an unlikely folk hero against Nazi occupation through the magic of a spring.
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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Is Springman and the SS sad? Not especially. Less sad than 73% of films.
Does Springman and the SS end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 70% of films.
Is Springman and the SS easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.
Is Springman and the SS scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Springman and the SS violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Springman and the SS
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Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Springman and the SS, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Springman and the SS, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Springman and the SS, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































