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Arvids KrievsSoviet and Latvian film director
Date of Birth: 26.08.1944
Country:  Latvia |
Content:
- Early Life and Education
- Career at Riga Film Studio
- Notable Works
- Artistic Leadership and Industry Roles
- Filmography
Early Life and Education
Uģis Olte was born on August 26, 1944, in Kuldiga, Latvia. He pursued journalism at the University of Latvia's Faculty of Philology, graduating in 1976.
Career at Riga Film Studio
Olte embarked on his cinematic career at Riga Film Studio, working from 1964 to 1991. As a screenwriter and director from 1971 onwards, he created both feature and documentary films, as well as contributing to cinema journals such as "Soviet Latvia" and "Pioneer."
Notable Works
Olte's films are characterized by their vibrant and colorful style. His documentary "Nature" (1977) won an award at the All-Union Film Festival.
Artistic Leadership and Industry Roles
From 1991 to 1996, Olte served as the artistic director of the "Kaupo filma" studio. He also held the position of director of the Latvian National Cinema Center from 1996 to 1999.
Filmography
- Game (1981) - Director- Raspberry Wine (1984) - Director, Screenwriter
- Photograph with a Woman and a Wild Boar (1987) - Director
- Eve's Paradise Garden (1990) - Director, Screenwriter
- I Like It When a Girl is Sad (2005) - Director
- Dance on Three (2011) - Director
