International jury on Latvian short films: varied styles and good humour

Members of the international jury for the national short film showcase at the Riga International Film Festival see a variety of styles, an ability to look beyond conventional frames and strong editing skills in the work of Latvian filmmakers. Above all, they highlight good humour. Jury members Nīna Rodrigesa, Vincents Fersters and Aurēlija Āsa shared their impressions on the Latvian Radio programme "Kultūras rondo".

Seven films, one overall picture

The jury watched seven Latvian short film works in the showcase. On the programme, they discussed what these films say about Latvian filmmakers in general, and what impression of local authors' thinking and storytelling they give to a viewer from abroad.

Personal stories and local codes

The second theme of the conversation is how an international audience takes in personal stories that also contain local codes, meaning references and nuances tied to a particular place and culture. The jury members explain how such films are understood by viewers for whom the local context is not self-evident.

The programme offers a glimpse of how Latvian short films are seen by viewers from outside.