Documentary ·Music · Latvia · 2025 · 1h 19m

Art Born in Agony

Mākslas darbi rodas mokās

Director

Cast

Juris Kulakovs as Self Elizabete Gricmane as Self Ieva Šmite as Self (voice) Toms Auniņš as Self Justīne Kulakova Sypniewski as Self Ieva Akuratere as Self

Crew

Mārtiņš Jansons — Director of Photography Povilas Baltinas — Director of Photography Valdis Celmiņš — Director of Photography Elizabete Gricmane — Editor Uldis Cekulis — Producer

Synopsis

A gripping journey into the world of Latvian rock legend Juris Kulakovs. The film follows a young filmmaker as she uncovers the essence of the enigmatic musician through his tumultuous life, music, and eccentric flat. Delve into the Soviet-era struggles and post-independence triumphs through candid conversations with both Kulakovs and those closest to him. An exploration of art, passion, and perseverance in the face of adversity.

Trailer

Official Trailer youtube.com

Key Collaborators

Elizabete Gricmane Director Mārtiņš Jansons Director of Photography Povilas Baltinas Director of Photography Valdis Celmiņš Director of Photography Elizabete Gricmane Editor Uldis Cekulis Producer

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