Urmas E. Liiv

Urmas E. Liiv, an influential filmmaker from Estonia, was born in 1966 in Tartu, a city known for its rich cultural and academic history. Active from the 1990s, Liiv has primarily directed in the genres of drama and thriller, with his most notable works being "Kohtumõistja" and "Kolm päeva septembris," both of which have garnered him acclaim in the Estonian film industry. Although not a recipient of major international film festival awards, Liiv has been recognized for his work in his home country, with his intricate storytelling and suspense-building techniques setting him apart. Urmas E. Liiv is much more than a filmmaker; he is a storyteller who captures the heart of Estonia in his work, sharing it with the world.