Project

Cinema Caravan

01.06.2021 - 01.09.2021

Cinema Caravan – the traveling cinema project launched seven years ago, targeting diverse demographic groups from the most culturally, politically, and socially deprived regions. Each year, the project screens 10-15 films (approximately 35-50 free screenings) in 10-20 Lithuanian towns. The Cinema Caravan film programme features high-quality selections from the Vilnius International Film Festival, curated by the festival's programming team.

Project purpose and goals

The project addresses issues of community integration and inactivity by fostering local engagement across various social and age groups. It brings high-quality cultural content to regional audiences, thereby bridging the cultural and social gap between big cities and small towns. This initiative not only unites communities locally but also enriches them nationally by enhancing access to cultural experiences.

Project partners

Kino pavasaris, Lithuania

Key events and activities

The Caravan will visit 35 cities and towns, including Marcinkonys, Viešvilė, Raudonė, Židikai, Semeliškės, Želva, Šešuoliai, Kernavė, Preila, Šatės, Kintai, Druskininkai, Lazdijai, Varėna, Pagėgiai, Jurbarkas, Šilalė, Mažeikiai, Plungė, Rietavas, Elektrėnai, Ukmergė, Švenčionys, Šalčininkai, Širvintos, Trakai, Gargždai, Nida, Kretinga, Palanga, Skuodas, Šilutė, Alytus, Tauragė, and Telšiai. More than 80 screenings will be organized using an innovative, high-quality LED outdoor screen that ensures bright and clear views regardless of weather conditions.

The programme’s main theme, “Travel Through Films,” will feature 10-12 films from different regions of the world. The Nordic Council of Ministers Office in Lithuania supports the segment showcasing films from Nordic countries. Selected films for this program include:

  • Benjamin Ree’s “The Painter and the Thief” (Norway)
  • Nathan Grossman’s “I am Greta” (Sweden)
  • Thomas Vinterberg’s “Another Round/Drunk” (Denmark)

More information

Brigita Urmanaitė

Brigita Urmanaitė

Adviser for Culture and Education

Lithuanian, English, Norwegian, Estonian, Russian