Alois Sedlácek was an American actor best known for Cerní myslivci (1921), Marwille detektivem (1922), and Falesný hráč (1913). He was born on December 11, 1852, in Prague, Bohemia, Austria (now Czech Republic) and passed away on July 22, 1922, in Prague, Czechoslovakia (now Czech Republic).
Personal and Family Life
Alois Sedlácek was born into a world that would eventually witness great changes, both politically and culturally. Little is known about his early family life, but he pursued a career in acting that would define his legacy. His work primarily revolved around early Czech cinema, where he made a significant impact.
Career
Sedlácek’s acting career began in the early days of film, around the 1910s, and he quickly became prominent in the Czech film industry. He appeared in notable films such as Konec milování (1913) and Falešný hráč (1913), illustrating his versatility and talent on screen. Throughout his career, he contributed to various productions, leaving behind a rich filmography that captured the spirit of his time.
Death and Legacy
Alois Sedlácek died on July 22, 1922, in Prague, Czechoslovakia. His contributions to early cinema have been recognized as a vital part of the development of film in the Czech Republic. Sedlácek’s legacy lives on through his body of work, inspiring future generations of actors and filmmakers.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Konec milování | 1913-10-17 | |
| Andula žárlí | 1914-02-26 | |
| Černí myslivci | 1921-09-02 | |
| Marwille detektivem | 1922-06-16 | |
| Děvče z Podskalí | 1922-08-18 | |
| Adam a Eva | 1922-07-22 | |
| Noc tříkrálová | 1922-04-21 | |
| Madame Golvery | 1923-10-05 | |
| Kříž u potoka | 1921-12-30 | oldest councilor |
| Láska si nedá poroučet | 1923-01-05 | |
| Papá | 1919-01-01 | |
| Yorickova lebka | 1924-09-28 | |
| Komediantka | 1920-06-05 | |
| Falešný hráč | 1913-02-02 | |
| Estrella | 1913-12-12 | |
| Idyla ze staré Prahy | 1918-09-13 | |
| Šaty dělají člověka | 1913-02-21 |