A co-production supported by the Vilnius Film Fund will premiere at the Sundance Film Festival
Exciting news: director Andrius Blaževičius’ film “How to Divorce During the War” has been selected for the program of one of the most significant cinema world events – the “Sundance” film festival. The film is a co-production of Lithuanian, Irish, Czech, and Luxembourgish teams. The project was partially funded by the Vilnius Film Fund. At […]
From Idea to Screen in 48 Hours: Vilnius Debuts in Worldwide Film Challenge
The 48 Hour Film Project is a fast-paced weekend challenge in which teams compete to create the best short film in just 48 hours, using a set of required elements. Launched 25 years ago in Washington, D.C., the project now spans more than 100 cities worldwide. The first Vilnius edition took place this November, bringing […]
Energy and Technology Museum – open to cinema: authentic spaces that transport you to both the past and the distant future
Opened in 2003, the Energy and Technology Museum is the largest technology museum in Lithuania. Its authentic spaces are increasingly hosting cultural events and welcoming filmmakers — the impressive setting on screen can easily transport viewers into the past or even the far future. According to Žara Kutkaitė, Head of Events and Cultural Projects, while […]
Filmed in Vilnius, Truth & Treason Debuts in the US: brings a Message That Transcends Borders
On October 17, Truth & Treason, a film shot in Vilnius, premiered in cinemas across the United States. Based on a true story, the film transforms the Lithuanian capital into 1940s Hamburg, where a teenager named Helmuth Hübener dares to resist the Nazi regime. Returning briefly to Vilnius, the American creative team couldn’t hide their […]
Cinematic Vilnius: The Rasų Colony Neighborhood Cherished by Filmmakers
Rasų Colony is one of the most authentic and least altered districts of Vilnius, renowned for its residential complex reminiscent of Swiss-style villas. This place attracts not only lovers of architecture but also filmmakers – quite recently, it stood in for a Norwegian town, and has also served as a backdrop for numerous historical and […]
Vilnius launches Lithuania’s first city film fund: international projects set to grow
On Wednesday afternoon, the Vilnius City Council approved the establishment of the Vilnius Film Fund. The purpose of the first city film fund in Lithuania will be to support filmmakers whose work increases the visibility of Vilnius. More than 90% of the country’s film industry is currently located in the capital city, and the number […]
Action Scene Coordinator Saulius Janavičius: You Spend a Lifetime Learning Stunts
Fight sequences, warriors on horseback, complex jumps, and dangerous falls – this is everyday life for stunt performers, without whom cinema would be unimaginable. Action scene coordinator Saulius Janavičius could speak endlessly about tough decisions and spectacular stunts. He is one of the founders of “Vilkas”, Lithuania’s first stunt team, and has contributed to dozens […]
Horse Coordinator M. Raila: Both Animals and Actors Must Be Properly Prepared on Set
Horses trotting across the frame, massive historical battle scenes, or rolling carriages – all are inseparable parts of the film world. Horses seen in movies are specially trained, and on set they are cared for by horse coordinators. One of them is Marijonas Raila, not only a professional in equestrian sports but also someone who […]
Special Effects Makeup Artist M. Jacobsen: From Complex Wounds to Corpses and Creatures
Morten Jacobsen is a special effects makeup artist who has worked in the film industry since 1988. Over his career, he has contributed makeup effects to more than 250 films and TV series, including many Lars von Trier films, the Netflix series Dark, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Men & Chicken, and others. His […]
American Producer Steve Oster on Filming Star City in Vilnius: “I Was Impressed by the City’s Architectural Diversity”
Filming for the American TV series Star City recently wrapped up in Vilnius. A sequel to the popular series For All Mankind, the new production will take viewers into an alternate version of the space race. Following the completion of the shoot in Lithuania, we spoke with the show’s executive producer, Steve Oster, who spent […]