The Sixties

Synopsis

Riga Film Studio emerged as a key player in the 1960s, shaping the Latvian film industry. During this decade, optimism surged across the Soviet empire, with hopes for a more humane regime. In Latvia, a new generation of filmmakers brought energy and creativity to the national cinematic art. They developed a distinctive style known as Riga poetic documentary cinema. This movement marked a significant period of renewal in Latvian culture and artistic expression.