The world of vija vetra
video, 48 min, 2007
This documentary tells the fascinating story of Vija Vetra, a world-renowned Latvian dancer, choreographer and teacher. At the age of 84, Vetra remains a vital and creative force, and her tale offers inspiration for both artists and lovers of the arts. In a career spanning seven decades, she has mastered diverse styles ranging from ballet to traditional Indian dance, and her talent has won her acclaim as a ‘spirit in human form’ and ‘the bridge between East and West.’ Her life is a celebration of the power and beauty of the art of dance, but is also a powerful story of struggle, loneliness and sacrifice. www.vijavetramovie.com
FESTIVALS
2010 Silver ACE Award in Las Vegas Film Festival | 2010 Included in library of Documentary Edge Resource Center Auckland, NZ | Screened at Asheville Film Festival NC 2009 | Screened at Harvard Independent Film Group, NY 2008 | Screened at Docufest Atlanta GA 2008 | NYC premier Two Boots Pioneer Theatre 2008 | Screened at Flickering @ Cornerstone Festival 2008
The world of vija vetra
video, 48 min, 2007
This documentary tells the fascinating story of Vija Vetra, a world-renowned Latvian dancer, choreographer and teacher. At the age of 84, Vetra remains a vital and creative force, and her tale offers inspiration for both artists and lovers of the arts. In a career spanning seven decades, she has mastered diverse styles ranging from ballet to traditional Indian dance, and her talent has won her acclaim as a ‘spirit in human form’ and ‘the bridge between East and West.’ Her life is a celebration of the power and beauty of the art of dance, but is also a powerful story of struggle, loneliness and sacrifice. www.vijavetramovie.com
FESTIVALS
2010 Silver ACE Award in Las Vegas Film Festival | 2010 Included in library of Documentary Edge Resource Center Auckland, NZ | Screened at Asheville Film Festival NC 2009 | Screened at Harvard Independent Film Group, NY 2008 | Screened at Docufest Atlanta GA 2008 | NYC premier Two Boots Pioneer Theatre 2008 | Screened at Flickering @ Cornerstone Festival 2008
