The Last Season (JRT pēdējā sezona), dir. Gatis Šmits, 80′, Latvia

This is a playful look at the acclaimed ensemble of the New Riga Theatre performing the last season on its original stage. The building that for more than a century has been the home for the best of Latvian theatre is closing down for reconstruction. This group of extraordinary actors in their creative prime is facing uncertainty for a number of years to come. The film consists of series of documentary scenes, portraits and bits from performances showing the unique creative atmosphere of the New Riga Theatre in the times of change.

Scriptwriter Gatis Šmits
Cinematographer Jurģis Kmins
Producer Gatis Šmits

Production Company
Tanka
Dzirnavu street 74/76-60, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
Phone: +371 2940 4443
E-mail: martabite@yahoo.com

Supported by
National Film Centre of Latvia