Baltic Women in Film Mentorship program: professional friendships and international projects
The Baltic Women in Film Mentorship program continues a successful journey and returns for a third season of 2023-2024. One of the factors contributing to the success of the program – the success stories of the mentees. Not only do these stories motivate organizers to continue their meaningful work, but also they prove the benefits […]
“Netflix” premiere “Paradise”: a Different Landscape of Dystopian Vilnius
On July 27th German filmmakers’ film “Paradise” was introduced on the Netflix platform. Almost immediately after its premiere the futuristic action thriller was already one the 10 most watched Netflix films in our country. Many viewers will probably be surprised to learn that part of the film’s plot takes place in Lithuania, including Vilnius. In […]
Monika Sakalauskaitė Tells Us About Working as a Line Producer, 20 years in the Film World and Shooting “Paradise”
Monika Sakalauskaitė is a line producer with over 20 years of experience in the cinema world. Having unexpectedly found herself on the movie set in her youth, today Sakalauskaitė works with the most important foreign projects shot in Lithuania. Among them was one the most anticipated futuristic thrillers: “Paradise”, which will be presented to the […]
The Vilnius University Ensemble Caught Filmmakers’ Eye: From the Hofburg Palace to Japanese Parks
Vilnius University is one of the oldest universities in Central and Eastern Europe. Today, the architectural ensemble that seamlessly blends Renaissance, Baroque, Gothic and Classicism styles appeals not only to knowledge-hungry students from all over the world: filmmakers and TV series crews love it as well. The current VU ensemble boasts 13 courtyards and 13 […]
Open-air cinema screenings in Vilnius: where to see films this summer?
Open-air cinema is an inseparable part of summer! Film lovers in Vilnius have much to choose from this year – film screenings are held in various parts of the city during the warm season. Vilnius Film Office reminds you where and when to enjoy good movies outside the cinemas this summer. Summer Movies Summer Movies […]
Digital Imaging Technician Adomas Jablonskis Tells Us About a Little-Known Profession Crucial On The Film Set
Do you know in whose hands all the footage ends up on the movie set? Its processing, primary color correction, and direct communication with the cameraman are only part of the digital imaging technician’s tasks. We had a chat about one of the most mysterious and least known professions, without which work on the film […]
Vilnius Parks and Gardens: Equally Perfect For Leisure and Cinema Action
Vilnius is one of the greenest cities in Europe: no wonder, considering how many luscious parks and gardens one may find in the Lithuanian capital. The city’s green areas, equally appreciated by vacationers, athletes, and romantics, lure not only Vilnius inhabitants but also filmmakers from all over the world. From the jungles of Kuala Lumpur […]
7 biography-inspired TV series and films shot in Vilnius
Quite a few motion pictures inspired by extraordinary biographies were shot in Vilnius. From 19th-century emperors to celebrated artists and even controversial personalities – the dramas, crimes, and past events of various historical periods that shaped today’s world came back to life on the streets of the Lithuanian capital. The Vilnius Film Office recommends seven […]
CEO of Animatrix D. Vilkelis: bringing magical images to life
A dragon descending upon the city, a troll raging in the crowd, or Lego figurines coming to life: the animation and visual effects studio Animatrix has been bringing magical images to life onscreen for more than a decade. In a recent interview producer Dovydas Vilkelis, the head of the studio, told us about the company’s […]
Crew United expands in Europe: now opening in Lithuania, Italy, Spain, Greece and Romania
Crew United, the leading online platform connecting filmmakers across Europe, is thrilled to announce the launch in Italy, Spain, Greece, Romania, and Lithuania. The highly anticipated expansion marks a significant milestone in the company’s mission to foster collaboration and cooperation within the European audiovisual industries. These new language versions on the platform will join the […]