The Artdocfest/Riga festival will culminate with a thematic program featuring special screenings of Latvian films from March 6 to 8. This initiative aims to redefine viewers' perceptions of reality, identity, and art's role in contemporary society, encouraging an immersive viewing experience that is intellectually and emotionally engaging. The program curator, Vaiva Bauze, points out the significant trend of reevaluating the relationship between art and society, which is explored through individual memories, biographical layers, collective historical traumas, and cultural symbols.

The featured films oscillate between documentary styles and poetic abstraction, often employing minimalist approaches, fragmentation, and visual metaphors as primary means of expression. This dual dialogue becomes vital in examining these complex relationships. Particularly noteworthy in this year’s lineup are the Latvian films "Zalktis," which tells the story of poet Džūdas Montegjū, among others.

Overall, the thematic program at Artdocfest/Riga seeks not only to showcase artistic endeavors but also to prompt critical discussions about the intersection of art, society, and individual experience. Through this festival, attendees can anticipate a vibrant exploration of contemporary cinematic narratives that challenge conventional viewpoints and resonate with personal and collective histories.