Saulė

Locarno, Switzerland – In a notable showcase of emerging cinematic talent, Lithuanian filmmaker Saulė Bliuvaitė captured the prestigious Golden Leopard award at the 77th Locarno Film Festival for her debut feature, “Toxic.” The film, which delves into the harrowing experiences of two 13-year-old girls at a local modeling school, stood out in the festival’s main international competition, earning accolades for its stark portrayal of youth and exploitation. Directed and written by Bliuvaitė, “Toxic” explores the intense and often destructive dynamics in the world of adolescent modeling, where dreams of a better life lead to drastic … Read more