Mati Põldre (born 1945) is an Estonian film director, screenwriter, and film historian. He has been active in the Estonian cinema industry since the late 20th century, primarily working with the Tallinnfilm studio. His contributions include directing and scripting feature films and documentaries, as well as researching and documenting the history of Estonian film.
Career highlights
- Film direction and screenplay – Põldre has directed several feature films and documentaries, contributing to the development of Estonian narrative cinema.
- Film historiography – He has authored works on the evolution of Estonian film, providing scholarly analysis of the country's cinematic heritage.
Recognition
Mati Põldre’s work has been acknowledged within Estonia’s cultural circles for its role in preserving and advancing national film art.
Note: Specific titles of films directed or written by Mati Põldre and detailed biographical data are not provided here due to limited available encyclopedia sources.
