Southern Chronicles

Wow, "Pietinia Kronikas" is an absolute gem! This film brilliantly captures the essence of 90s Lithuania, taking you on a nostalgic trip that's both heartfelt and genuine. The characters are so authentic; it's like they've stepped right out of that era. The attention to detail is impeccable-from the fashion and hairstyles to the cars and even the food, everything screams 90s. The soundtrack? Spot on! It perfectly complements the mood and vibe of the time. The story, based on Rimantas Kmita's original work, is a true coming-of-age tale that doesn't sugarcoat the struggles of youth. It's raw, real, and incredibly relatable. This isn't just a movie; it's a window into a world that feels both familiar and enlightening. For anyone who wants to experience the spirit of 90s Lithuania, "Pietinia Kronikas" is a must-watch.

"The Southern Chronicles" is one of the most vivid time capsules capturing Lithuanian youth life, growing up in 90's. The sentimental details in the settings and sceneries brings back to rough reality of 90's. As much it has the most simple way of showing the simplicities of the problems of that period of life it also showcases the thoughtfulness and deep meanings behind of every idea that characters express. Even though the storyline is not fully unique, but the main character's development and progress stumbles you to carry on watching it.

To put it in the nutshell: Simple but quite deep and sentimental movie about youth life in 90's.

A true masterpiece emerging from lithuanian film production! From the first seconds it took me straight to the middle of 90's era- where the main action takes place. It's the time of "wild west" period in an ordinary Lithuanian town. Corruption, unemployment, local crime, undergroud business- a reality of a post soviet era. In it's epicenter - a life of an ordinary local teenager Rimantas (Dziugas Grinys) who's trying to find himself and navigate his life through friends, parents, lovelife and his passion for rugby. Teamed with his best buddy "gezas" Minde (amazing performance by Robertas Petraitis) they both are fighting for their place under the sun.

If you feel nostaglia for 90's, love to have a good laugh and comming-of-age genre- this film is for you!

Pietinia kronikos might just be the first truly authentic Lithuanian coming-of-age film, evoking the spirit of J. D. Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye. What elevates this movie to instant classic status is its exceptional attention to detail and craftsmanship.

The casting is flawless - every character feels like they've been plucked straight from the 1990s. The art direction deserves special recognition for its meticulous recreation of the era: from the clothing and hairstyles to the cars and even the food. I discussed this with a few people who were young in the '90s, and the only noticeable anachronism we could spot was a blue leather jacket - a fashion item that simply didn't exist in early '90s Lithuania.

The soundtrack is another highlight, perfectly encapsulating the mood and cultural essence of the period. At its core, though, the movie owes much of its authenticity to R. Kmita's original story - a true coming-of-age tale that explores the struggles and complexities of youth without the sugary endings we've come to expect from Hollywood.

What makes Pietinia kronikos resonate so deeply is its humanity. Each character feels vivid and real, their stories relatable and unpolished, much like life itself. This is a film that doesn't just depict a time and place; it pulls you into it. For me, Pietinia kronikos is more than a movie - it's a window into a world that feels achingly familiar, a reminder of what it meant to grow, to struggle, and to live in 90s Lithuania.

"Pietinia Kronikas" is one of the best Lithuanian films to come out in years. It's a heartfelt, nostalgic journey into the world of youth - full of humour, mischief and the everyday realities of a past era. The film captures the spirit of the time so authentically that you might find yourself smiling in recognition, seeing reflections of your own experiences on the screen. It's a rare kind of movie that resonates across generations. I'd definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to relive those days, and to younger folks curious about how life used to be. The acting feels natural, the language and atmosphere are true to the period, and the whole experience leaves you with a warm, bittersweet feeling. A true 10/10 - you've got to check it out.