Estonia / Nov 08, 2025 / Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival
Overall average
5.0/10
Plot
Malvina, a once celebrated ballerina now in her mid-eighties, now languishes in a monotonous routine. After she unexpectedly meets Kipras, a talented painter of her age, he becomes the catalyst for change. Together, they defy society's expectations about seniors, transcending age and challenging taboos. As they escape from relatives and institutions, they discover that freedom isn't merely physical; it's about breaking free from invisible chains. Their journey unfolds as a pas de deux – a dance of resilience, rebellion and redemption.
Main cast
Full cast
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Margarita Žiemelytė | Nurse Genute |
| Eglė Mikulionytė | Retirement Home Director |
| Asta Kaniušonienė | |
| Vytautas Kuliešius |
Genres
Drama
Technical details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Original title | Smėlis tavo plaukuose |
| Original language | Lietuvių (LT) |
| Spoken languages | Lietuvių |
| Production countries | Lithuania |
| Status | Released |
| Production companies | Fralita Films |
| Official site | fralitafilms.com |
| Release date | 19 dicembre 2025 |
| Production | Živilė Gallego |
| Writer | Mantas Verbiejus, Gediminas Cibulskis |
| Editing | Ričardas Matačius |
| Cinematography | Rytis Kurkulis |
| Assistant directors | Asta Rizgelienė, Mantas Verbiejus |
| Lighting | Simas Gricius |
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| Camera operators | Rytis Kurkulis |
| Additional photography | Rytis Kurkulis |
| Production design | Kristijonas Puipa |
| Art direction | Kristijonas Puipa |
| Set decoration | Kristijonas Puipa |
| Music | Martynas Bialobžeskis |
| Sound | Martynas Bialobžeskis |
Release dates
Premiere
Lithuania / Nov 12, 2025 / Scanorma Film Festival
Theatrical release
Lithuania / Dec 19, 2025 / N-13
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