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Julius Janonis (1959)

7.019591h 33mLT
DramaHistory

Directed by Balys Bratkauskas

Rating

7.0/10

Runtime

1h 33m

Language

LT

Release

May 3, 1959

Director

Balys Bratkauskas

Overview

Early twentieth century. The future poet, the nurturer of lyrics of love, Julius Janonis, is maturing among the students of Šiauliai Gymnasium. The son of a poor peasant, sick with tuberculosis, spotted a classmate, Milda, from a wealthy family admiring his talent. Unfortunately, at a high society p...

Cast

Henrikas Kurauskas

Henrikas Kurauskas

Julius Janonis

Gražina Balandytė

Gražina Balandytė

Juste

Balys Barauskas

Balys Barauskas

Edvardas

Elena Jackute

Elena Jackute

Milda

Juozas Mazeika

Juozas Mazeika

Karklius

Vytautas Kancleris

Vytautas Kancleris

Girinis

Alfonsas Ambrasas

Alfonsas Ambrasas

Mykolas

Romualdas Juknevicius

Romualdas Juknevicius

Pulkininkas

Algimantas Masiulis

Algimantas Masiulis

Vacekas

Stepas Jukna

Stepas Jukna

Alsenas

Jonas Birzys

Jonas Birzys

Father of Juste

Vanda Gruodyte

Vanda Gruodyte

Mother of Julius

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Julius Janonis (1959), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Early twentieth century. The future poet, the nurturer of lyrics of love, Julius Janonis, is maturing among the students of Šiauliai Gymnasium. The son of a poor peasant, sick with tuberculosis, spotted a classmate, Milda, from a wealthy family admiring his talent. Unfortunately, at a high society party held at Milda’s parents house, where Julius reads his poems, guests make fun of the poet. When World War I comes, Janonis is taken to Voronezh, to the Lithuanian diaspora.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Julius Janonis. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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