Māris Martinsons

A master of introspective narratives, Māris Martinsons was born in 1951 in Riga, the capital city of Latvia. Since the early 1980s, he has been actively directing films primarily in the drama and romance genres, gaining international acclaim for his acclaimed movies such as "Amaya" and "Magic Kimono," the latter of which earned him the Best Director award at the 12th Eurasia International Film Festival. Martinsons' authorial style is often characterized by its exploration of complex human emotions and relationships, couched in deeply atmospheric settings and narratives. Behind the lens, Māris Martinsons is an auteur who skillfully balances the melancholy and joy of human existence, painting each frame with a sensitivity that is uniquely his own.