Pietinia Kronikas

Didn't expect much by going to see this movie, but ended up being surprised.

Usually I don't like Lithuanian movies, because most of them are just based on other movie scripts, and acting is terrible, but this movie was something different.

It's bassed on 90s Lithuania, as I have never experienced it, this movie was very interesting. Well shot scenes, good camera work, 90s clothing and style.

Only bad thing was a poor plot. 2 hours of screen time and as a main character said: Kaip ir nieka nenutika ( Nothing really happened ). Maybe just some charakter improvement, but couldn't say that it was big. Everything stayed the same.

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!

"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.

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.

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.