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Euroshorts Литва Описание: In the cinematic realm, many of the greatest directors have launched their careers by producing short films. These bite-sized samples of genius are, in many ways, more difficult to create than a feature-length film. To tell a riveting story in such a short time takes both vision and skill, which only the greatest among us possess. Eurochannel honors the next generation of up-and-coming Lithuanian filmmakers by sharing their unique work with the world. Euroshorts Lithuania is a special devoted to the art of the short film, and we are pleased to present these small but wonderful stories. This is a sampling of short films from Lithuania, a beautiful country whose story is richer than its recent past. Today, Lithuania boasts creative, innovative filmmaking. |
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Woods (Miškas, 2015) Director: Ignas Meilūnas Synopsis: An old hermit scientist tries to catch the mythical creature, which lives in the forest and glows in the dark, in order to complete his Exclusive Collection. He constructs a trap but soon gets into the uncomfortable situation himself. |
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The Swimmer (Plaukike, 2013) Director: Gabriele Urbonaite Synopsis: Ten-year-old Grete enters the pool in order to start swimming lessons. There she meets nineteen-year-old Ariel, a professional swimmer, whose father is also her coach. Ariel is preparing for the upcoming Olympics, but she is deeply worried about her leg pain. Despite the age difference, they become friends as Ariel helps Grete to overcome her fear of jumping into the water. However, Ariel's leg ache becomes more and more painful. This is a story about small and big fears, friendship, and passion for swimming, stronger than anything. |
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Если бы не одно "но" (Jau puiku, tik dar siek tiek, 2013) Режиссер: Лина Лужите Сюжет: |
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Этюд (Etiudas, 2013) Режиссер: Аустея Урбайте Сюжет: Фильм основан на одноименном романе Йонаса Мекаса, литовского режиссера, поэта и художника, которого часто называют крестным отцом американского авангардного кино. «Этюд» − это поэтическая история о двух молодых театральных актерах, которым поставили задачу создать этюд, придумать историю. Своей репетицией они пытаются воссоздать реальные события из своей жизни, чтобы обрести душевный покой. Открывая красоту маленьких жизненных деталей, молодые люди пытаются избавиться от страха смерти, понимая, что смерть − это память о жизни. Точка − это и конец, и начало… |
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Джеки (Džekis, 2014) Режиссер: Гедрюс Тамошявичюс Сюжет: Родительские права Тома ограничены. Он может видеть свою дочь Урт только в социальной службе по защите детей в присутствии чиновника и своей бывшей жены. Чувствуя себя униженным в данной ситуации, Том решает похитить свою дочь. |
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Not Lucky Today (Not Lucky Today, 2010) Director: Dovilė Šarutytė Synopsis: Once upon a day a non-specified objects start falling down from heaven. This causes a series of unlucky episodes for the specific people. What has happened and why? This is a short and ironic story about luck. |
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Paradise Road (Rojaus beieskant, 2012) Director: Tomas Smulkis Synopsis: Sometimes you wake up with an idea you had in your dream and cannot forget it – it grows into a vision you can never escape. In this film, we follow its director, Tomas Smulkis, in his quest to meet the Swedish filmmaker Roy Andersson and work with him. The quest takes Tomas, in an increasingly vital role, to Stockholm. But can dreams actually come true? |
