Seeing Staburags
Released just last year. Seeing Staburags is a documentary film. directed by Uģis Kronbergs. At just 57 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Harijs Jaunzems, Valters Preimanis, and Spīdola Lejniece
Synopsis
This documentary explores the historical and emotional significance of the Staburags cliff, combining personal memories, archival footage, photographs, and contemporary landscapes. Through people’s testimonies and visual material, viewers are invited to reflect on whether it is possible to reclaim what time and water have washed away. Once one of Latvia’s most popular sightseeing spots, Staburags has been widely celebrated in legends, folktales, and songs. Audiences will have the opportunity to see rare footage filmed 40 meters below the surface of the Daugava River, as well as follow a modern expedition during which special equipment was used to check whether the 18–20 meter-high Staburags cliff still remains in its place.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- LV
Production Companies
- Latvijas Televizija
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seeing Staburags about?
This documentary explores the historical and emotional significance of the Staburags cliff, combining personal memories, archival footage, photographs, and contemporary landscapes. Through people�...
Who directed Seeing Staburags?
Seeing Staburags was directed by Uģis Kronbergs.
How long is Seeing Staburags?
Seeing Staburags has a runtime of 0 hours and 57 minutes (57 minutes total).
When was Seeing Staburags released?
Seeing Staburags was released on November 15, 2025 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Seeing Staburags?
The main cast of Seeing Staburags includes Harijs Jaunzems, Valters Preimanis, Spīdola Lejniece, Klinta Grauziņa, Mārtiņš Mintaurs.