Once Upon a Vilnius

Lithuania2021documentary23'Pokaz specjalny (2023)

Referring to urban film symphonies from a century ago, Doskus creates a remarkable portrayal of the Lithuanian capital, striking with sophisticated takes. Vilnius in his lens is throbbing with modern life but does not forget about the past. Observed from the most extraordinary perspectives, the city reveals its secrets to us – from the overgrown banks of the river shrouded in morning mist to the tops of glass skyscrapers among which concrete gems of social modernism can be found. The architectonic rhythm of high-rise housing estates is contrasted with the dark alleys of the old town bringing back the memories of the city’s past residents. Referring to urban film symphonies from a century ago, Doskus creates a rhythmic portrayal of the Lithuanian capital, striking with sophisticated takes. Observed from the most extraordinary perspectives, Vilnius reveals its secrets to us – from the overgrown banks of the river shrouded in morning mist to the tops of glass skyscrapers among which concrete gems of social modernism can be found.