- “Defiance” (2008): This war drama directed by Edward Zwick tells the incredible true story of Bielski brothers who formed a Jewish resistance group during World War II. Vilnius stands in for several Eastern European locations in the film.
- “Iron Wolf” (2012): This action-packed fantasy film, directed by Marius Markevicius, combines Lithuanian folklore with modern elements. It showcases the beautiful landscapes around Vilnius as it tells the story of a missing ancient artifact.
- “The Invisible Front” (2014): A documentary by Jonas Ohman and Vincas Sruoginis, this film explores the struggle for Lithuanian independence against the Soviet regime. Vilnius is prominently featured as it was at the heart of the resistance movement.
- “Zero” (2018): This romantic drama directed by Emilis Vėlyvis chronicles the lives of three couples in contemporary Vilnius. The film showcases the city’s urban scenery and often takes the characters through famous landmarks.
- “The Gamma People” (1956): Although not explicitly set in Vilnius, this science fiction film by John Gilling partly takes place in a fictional Eastern European city reminiscent of Vilnius. It’s about an experiment that goes awry, leading to mutated creatures.
- “A Gentle Creature” (2017): Directed by Sergei Loznitsa, this Russian-language drama explores the journey of a woman trying to deliver a parcel to her imprisoned husband. Vilnius is portrayed as a gloomy and mysterious location throughout the film.
- “The Fortress of Sleeping Butterflies” (2012): This fantasy-drama by Algimantas Puipa tells the story of two individuals who stumble upon a mystical island. Vilnius is showcased beautifully as the starting point for their adventure.
- “Flaming Creatures” (1963): A controversial experimental film by Jack Smith, Vilnius is briefly depicted in a dream-like sequence. The film is known for its provocative content and exploration of gender roles.
- “Good Hands” (2001): Directed by Arūnas Žebriūnas, this drama tells the story of a teenage girl coming of age in Vilnius during the 1970s. The film captures the city’s historical setting and gives a glimpse into life at that time.
- “Ashes in the Snow” (2018): Based on the novel “Between Shades of Gray” by Ruta Sepetys, this historical drama set during World War II showcases Vilnius as the protagonist’s hometown and follows her imprisonment and deportation to Siberia.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous films set in Vilnius
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