Letters to Sofija
"A Lithuanian Love Affair"
Originally released in 2013. Letters to Sofija is a drama film. directed by Robert Mullan. With a runtime of 2h 10m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Rokas Zubovas, Marija Korenkaitė, and Artūras Aleksejevas
Synopsis
Based on a true story, this is the love affair between a Lithuanian genius and the woman and the country he adored. Mikalojus Konstantinas Ciurlionis was born into a Lithuanian peasant family in 1875. Despite his lowly origins he soon revealed himself to be a child prodigy able to both paint and compose music of startling and often frightening intensity. Soon after he was struck down by a mysterious mental illness, which would plague him for the rest of his life. During his short lifetime, Ciurlionis produced over 300 paintings and 300 musical compositions. Supporting him throughout his short and painful life was his beloved wife, Sofija Kymantaite, a journalist and political activist.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 28, 2013
12 years ago
Runtime
2h 10m
130 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
LT
Original language
Country
Lithuania
Production
Director
Top Cast
Rokas Zubovas
as Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis
Marija Korenkaitė
as Sofija Kymantaitė
Artūras Aleksejevas
as Fyodor Michaelovich
Romualdas Lavrynovičius
as Dobuzhinsky daughter
Rimvydas Ambrazevičius
as Dying man
Nikolaj Antonov
as Captain Nikolai Rostov
Saulius Balandis
as Prince Michal Oginski
Andrius Bialobžeskis
as Mstislav Dobuzhinsky
Tomas Bimbiris
as MK Čiurlionis (aged 17)
Rolandas Boravskis
as Fr. Kavaliauskas
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- LT
Production Companies
- Artbox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Letters to Sofija about?
Based on a true story, this is the love affair between a Lithuanian genius and the woman and the country he adored. Mikalojus Konstantinas Ciurlionis was born into a Lithuanian peasant family in 18...
Who directed Letters to Sofija?
Letters to Sofija was directed by Robert Mullan.
How long is Letters to Sofija?
Letters to Sofija has a runtime of 2 hours and 10 minutes (130 minutes total).
When was Letters to Sofija released?
Letters to Sofija was released on August 28, 2013 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Letters to Sofija?
The main cast of Letters to Sofija includes Rokas Zubovas, Marija Korenkaitė, Artūras Aleksejevas, Romualdas Lavrynovičius, Rimvydas Ambrazevičius.