The Writer
Synopsis
Lithuanian-American Kostas and Russian-Lithuanian Dima reconnect in New York decades after serving in the Soviet army together. They fell in love back in the 80s, and Dima joined Kostas in moving from Russia to Lithuania. But as Lithuania gained Independence in the 90s, Kostas left to study in New York, leaving Dima behind. Kostas, now an established author, has published a book based on their separation. Upon reading it, Dima pays a visit, eager to correct a few facts.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Mardi Gras Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Romas Zabarauskas
- Screenplay & Story
- Anastasia Sosunova, Romas Zabarauskas, Marc David Jacobs, Arturas Tereskinas
- Original Score
- Ieva Marija Baranauskaite
- Original Title
- The Writer
- Country of Origin
- Germany, Lithuania, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- Naratyvas
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Romas Zabarauskas
Anastasia Sosunova, Romas Zabarauskas, Marc David Jacobs, Arturas Tereskinas
Ieva Marija Baranauskaite
Ignė Narbutaitė
Romas Zabarauskas, Aidan Tumas, Glenn Elliott
Department Leadership Roster
Romas Zabarauskas
Director
Anastasia Sosunova
Writer
Romas Zabarauskas
Writer
Romas Zabarauskas
Producer
Giedrė Valeišaitė
Production Design
Marc David Jacobs
Writer
Aidan Tumas
Producer
Arturas Tereskinas
Writer
Glenn Elliott
Producer
Ignė Narbutaitė
Editor
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What is The Writer about?
Lithuanian-American Kostas and Russian-Lithuanian Dima reconnect in New York decades after serving in the Soviet army together. They fell in love back in the 80s, and Dima joined Kostas in moving from Russia to Lithuania. But as Lithuania gained Independence in the 90s, Kostas left to study in New York, leaving Dima behind. Kostas, now an established author, has published a book based on their separation. Upon reading it, Dima pays a visit, eager to correct a few facts.
Who directed The Writer?
The Writer was directed by Romas Zabarauskas.
Who stars in The Writer?
The principal cast of The Writer includes Bruce Ross, Jamie Day.
When was The Writer released and how long is it?
The Writer was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for The Writer?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Writer was composed by Ieva Marija Baranauskaite.