The Observer
21 min / 2025 / Latvia
The director of the film looks at his father, photographer and non-conformist Juris Kalniņš, from a drone’s perspective, as he digs a grave humming his childhood song.
The Observer offers a reflective exploration of photographer Juris Kalniņš’s work and life, spanning both the Soviet era and the present day. The film seeks to uncover the points of intersection between these two distinct political regimes, providing a nuanced biographical and artistic insight into Kalniņš’s worldview and creative evolution. Through a blend of observational footage and staged, performative sequences, the film presents a unique narrative of the subject’s life, offering a deeper, more unconventional perspective on his journey.
Director Arnis Kalniņš
Assistant Director Camera Juris Kalniņš
Composer Nick Moss Rogers
Sound Editor Uģis Jansons
Producers Nadīna Anna Larionova, Daiga Livčāne, Jānis Ābele, Grēta Grebže
Production Company Latvian Academy of Culture, Chaland Films
Contact information
Jānis Ābele
janis.abele@kinozeme.lv
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