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Born and raised in Lithuania, Vytautus Katkus studied at the Lithuanian Academy of Music and Theatre, where he earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in cinematography. In addition to his own directing work, Katkus has also left a mark on Lithuanian film as a cinematographer through numerous projects with young Lithuanian directors. In this programme, we present four especially noteworthy collaborations.
Eleonore and Jonas, an elderly couple, ask a real estate agent to sell their flat. While Eleonore barely speaks, Jonas reminisces about their first encounter, which happened 60 years ago in this very flat. Two versions of the past reach us simultaneously – his story via sound; hers via images.
Techno, Mama Saulius Baradinskas / Lithuania 2021 / 18' / DCP / colour / Lithuanian / Fic
Nikita loves to listen to techno music and dreams of going to Berlin to visit the famous club Berghain. His mother Irena doesn’t know about her son’s dreams, and soon enough, their differing expectations clash.
The Nominees Birutė Kapustinskaitė / Lithuania 2024 / 15' / DCP / colour / Lithuanian / Fic
Having lost out on the award for the best actress of the year, Aldona becomes the heroine of the day.
17-year-old Yasha is rebelling against authority, but in 1990s Soviet Ukraine, some of the opposing forces are more dangerous than others. When Yasha hits his breaking point, raw impulses propel him to the precipice of irreparable harm.
Vytautas Katkus is a Lithuanian cinematographer and director who has made a name for himself in the international film scene in recent years. Born and raised in Lithuania, Katkus studied at the Lithuanian Academy of Music and Drama, where he earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in cinematography. His preference for analogue techniques plays a central role in his cinematic language. He likes to add a touch of magical realism to his films, even when their stories and shots are realistic. This allows him to transport his audience into a world that is both familiar and unexpectedly enchanting, while also emphasizing the timeless quality of the analogue.
Katkus has enjoyed considerable festival success with his last three short films. «Community Gardens» («Kolektyviniai sodai») had its world premiere at the Critics’ Week in Cannes in 2019. The film, which explores a father-son relationship during a slow summer, was praised internationally for its subtle narration and visual poetry. The apparent gentleness of the style conceals an underlying, searing intensity. In 2020, Katkus continued his exploration of human relationships with «Places», which screened at the Venice International Film Festival. His most recent success, «Uogos» («Cherries»), was presented in the short film competition at Cannes. Here, Katkus addresses a familial conflict during an encounter between father and son.
Vytautas Katkus uses natural light and a subtle colour palette to evoke specific moods in his films. His thoughtful and often poetic image compositions enhance the emotional depth of the stories. The director describes his approach as follows: «I simply try to use my films to show my emotions, which I feel I need to express somehow. Very often I find it easier to express my feelings about certain things in pictures than by talking to people.» This philosophy permeates his work. In addition to visual storytelling, he is especially interested in silence, which he employs as a powerful aesthetic tool to communicate unspoken emotions. Katkus often considers the absence of conversation more meaningful and expressive than dialogue. His films challenge viewers to explore the deeper layers of meaning and the subtle nuances of life.
Through his collaborations with young Lithuanian directors, Katkus has also made a significant contribution to Lithuanian film as a cinematographer. With his continuous search for innovative approaches and his dedication to the art of cinema, he remains a key figure in the emerging Lithuanian film scene.
Les Internationale Kurzfilmtage Winterthur représentent le plus important festival de courts métrages en Suisse. Chaque mois de novembre, Winterthour se transforme en métropole du court métrage pendant six jours.
Tout le monde trouve son compte dans les programmes soigneusement concoctés par nos curatrices et curateurs sur des thématiques ou des événements actuels et brûlants. Les blocs des compétitions donnent une bonne vue d’ensemble du paysage cinématographique actuel, alors que les installations, performances et autres événements spéciaux montrent au public la diversité des formes audiovisuelles. Le programme d’événements allie concerts, lectures et bien plus encore, complétant ainsi l’expérience du festival.
Le court métrage n’est pas juste un film «court». C’est une forme d’art à part entière à laquelle nous consacrons chaque année un festival.
Il existe des courts métrages de tous genres et de toutes longueurs. Grâce à des voies de production facilitées, il permet de capter rapidement une époque et de l’illustrer. Il divertit, surprend, analyse lasociété, exprime une opinion politique ou donne un aperçu de mondes étrangers.
Nous rassemblons nos courts métrages pour créer des programmes thématiques ou des sections – comme nos compétitions – et nous les projetons dans un ordre bien précis. Pour apprécier le court métrage, il suffit d’être curieux, d’avoir envie de faire des découvertes et de se laisser surprendre.
Compétitions
Des courts métrages actuels du monde entier. Les œuvres les plus prometteuses seront récompensées le dimanche soir.
Hors Concours
Des courts métrages actuels zurichois, suisses et internationaux diffusés en dehors de nos compétitions.
Grand Focus
Une analyse en images d’une région, d’un phénomène social ou d’une tendance artistique.
Focus sur un pays
Une analyse des œuvres cinématographiques d’un pays, en adoptant une perspective historique et contemporaine.
Focus sur une personne
L’œuvre d’un·e cinéaste est mise sur le devant de la scène.
Programmes spéciaux
Des programmes de courts métrages sur des thématiques brûlantes, ou simplement divertissantes.
Programmes familiaux
Des courts métrages pour les jeunes dès 6 ans et toute la famille.
Expanded Cinema
Des installations, des performances et des expositions qui font découvrir au public des formes de cinéma inhabituelles.
Programme d’événements
Des concerts, des soirées, des lectures et de nombreux autres événements qui complètent l’expérience du festival.
Discussions et podiums
Des discussions et des tables rondes animées durant lesquelles l'art du cinéma ou des thématiques précises sont approfondis.
Industry Events
Un large éventail d’événements d’information, de formation et de réseautage.
