The Worm
Tārps
Synopsis
Inese (41) and Karlis (62) occupy an illegally built hut in the suburbs of Riga in Latvia. After the collapse of socialism, they have found themselves at the bottom of the social ladder, doomed to fighting for mere existence. They live on a single retiring allowance and other people’s leftovers. They are neither alcoholics nor criminals, they are les misérables of today. They are growing scraggy vegetables, picking mushrooms, gathering windfallen branches for fuel, and breeding earthworms for anglers. Everything they put their hands to falls through… After fifteen years of living together, Karlis and Inese are expecting their first baby.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Andis Mizišs
- Screenplay & Story
- Elvita Ruka
- Original Score
- Mārtiņš Brauns
- Original Title
- Tārps
- Country of Origin
- Latvia
- Spoken Languages
- Latvian
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
- Production Studios
- VFS Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Andis Mizišs
Elvita Ruka
Mārtiņš Brauns
Agris Birzulis
Uldis Cekulis, Elvita Ruka
Department Leadership Roster
Uldis Cekulis
Producer
Elvita Ruka
Writer
Andis Mizišs
Director
Elvita Ruka
Producer
Agris Birzulis
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Worm.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Worm
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Worm about?
Inese (41) and Karlis (62) occupy an illegally built hut in the suburbs of Riga in Latvia. After the collapse of socialism, they have found themselves at the bottom of the social ladder, doomed to fighting for mere existence. They live on a single retiring allowance and other people’s leftovers. They are neither alcoholics nor criminals, they are les misérables of today. They are growing scraggy vegetables, picking mushrooms, gathering windfallen branches for fuel, and breeding earthworms for anglers. Everything they put their hands to falls through… After fifteen years of living together, Karlis and Inese are expecting their first baby.
Who directed The Worm?
The Worm was directed by Andis Mizišs.
Who stars in The Worm?
The principal cast of The Worm includes Not specified.
When was The Worm released and how long is it?
The Worm was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 11m.
Who composed the musical score for The Worm?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Worm was composed by Mārtiņš Brauns.