Ivan Andonov(1934-2011)
- Actor
- Director
- Art Director
Ivan Andonov graduated from the National Academy of Theater and Film Art in Sofia, Bulgaria, in 1956. He is one of the most important Bulgarian cinema actors. Since 1965 he is a director and designer in animation. The films 'Difficulty', 'Esperanza' and 'Melodrama' bring him international awards and
recognition. His début in features is in 1974 as a director of
'Difficult Love'. 'The Roof' won the Critic's Award in Varna, Bulgaria
in 1978. 'White Magis' won Silver Prize in Cadiz, Spain. 'Dangerous
Charm' won Grand Prix in Chianchiano, Italy, 1985 and Special Prize of
the Jury in Chamrousse, France, in 1988. 'Dreamers' won First Prize in
Varna, Bulgaria. 'Yesterday' won the Viewers, Award in Varna, Bulgaria,
Grand Prix in San Remo, Italy, 1989, and Best Director Award in Moscow,
1989.
