Determined Amateurs (2021)

The actors of the amateur theatre troupe in the Eastern part of Latvia (Latgale) live from the heart. In their daily life they are rooted in their own land, but on stage – true to life and funny. They are so strong they enjoy laughing at themselves. In the plays of their director Danskovīte, they do not act, they live for real. Portraits of the members of the Baltinava amateur theatre troupe “Palādas”, rehearsals and behind-scenes of staging the plays. “Determined Amateurs” is the last film by director Olafs Okonovs, after his death completed by his son, director Aleksandrs Okonovs, following Olafs’ idea.

Director: Olafs Okonovs
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 65 min
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Screenplay

Music: Jēkabs Nīmanis
Cinematography: Aleksandrs Grebņevs
Production: F.O.R.M.A
Country: Latvia
Original Language: lv
More Films by Director: Olafs Okonovs
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Determined Amateurs about?
The actors of the amateur theatre troupe in the Eastern part of Latvia (Latgale) live from the heart. In their daily life they are rooted in their own land, but on stage – true to life and funny. They are so strong they enjoy laughing at themselves. In the plays of their director Danskovīte, they do not act, they live for real. Portraits of the members of the Baltinava amateur theatre troupe “Palādas”, rehearsals and behind-scenes of staging the plays. “Determined Amateurs” is the last film by director Olafs Okonovs, after his death completed by his son, director Aleksandrs Okonovs, following Olafs’ idea.
Who directed Determined Amateurs?
Determined Amateurs was directed by Olafs Okonovs.
How long is Determined Amateurs?
Determined Amateurs has a runtime of 1h 5m (65 minutes).
What genre is Determined Amateurs?
Determined Amateurs is a Documentary film.
Where was Determined Amateurs produced?
Determined Amateurs was produced in Latvia.