The Cathedral (1991)

The Latvian director’s graduation film from Moscow Film School does not deliver images loyal to the regime but is a testimony to her journalistic background. When the independence struggle is to be suppressed by military power, the people in Riga erect barricades. Laila Pakalniņa captured the dramatic events whose topicality is frightening.

Director: Laila Pakalnina
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 19 min
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Screenplay

Cinematography: Gints Bērziņš
Production: Film Studio Devini
Country: Latvia
Original Language: lv
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Cathedral about?
The Latvian director’s graduation film from Moscow Film School does not deliver images loyal to the regime but is a testimony to her journalistic background. When the independence struggle is to be suppressed by military power, the people in Riga erect barricades. Laila Pakalniņa captured the dramatic events whose topicality is frightening.
Who directed The Cathedral?
The Cathedral was directed by Laila Pakalnina.
How long is The Cathedral?
The Cathedral has a runtime of 19m (19 minutes).
What genre is The Cathedral?
The Cathedral is a Documentary film.
Where was The Cathedral produced?
The Cathedral was produced in Latvia.