The Etude movie poster

The Etude

July 1, 2013 0h 20m

Originally released in 2013. The Etude is a drama film. directed by Austėja Urbaitė. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Clotilde Rigaud and Simonas Storpirštis

Synopsis

It's a story based on a novel "The Etude" which is written by Jonas Mekas, a Lithuanian filmmaker, poet and artist who has often been called the godfather of American avant-garde cinema. It's a poetical story about two young theatre actors who are given a task - to create an étude, to imagine a story. Through their rehearsal they are trying to recreate a true event of their life in order to find a peace in their souls. By discovering the beauty of small details in life young people are trying to get rid of their fear for death in understanding that death is a memory of one's living. The dot is the ending - and the beginning.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 1, 2013 12 years ago
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Runtime 0h 20m 20 minutes total
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Language LT Original language
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Country Lithuania Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
LT

Production Companies

  • Lithuanian Academy of Music and Theatre

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Etude about?

It's a story based on a novel "The Etude" which is written by Jonas Mekas, a Lithuanian filmmaker, poet and artist who has often been called the godfather of American avant-garde cinema. It's a poe...

Who directed The Etude?

The Etude was directed by Austėja Urbaitė.

How long is The Etude?

The Etude has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).

When was The Etude released?

The Etude was released on July 1, 2013 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Etude?

The main cast of The Etude includes Clotilde Rigaud, Simonas Storpirštis.