Latvian National Theatre actress Agate Marija Bukša stars as Paula in the new heist comedy film “Visiem vajag naudu”, which celebrated its premiere after a six-year production process led by director Kristiāns Riekstiņš, santa.lv reported.
From Theatre Stages to Neon-Lit Cinema Heists
Agate Marija Bukša stepped into her first major feature film role following her graduation from the Latvian Academy of Culture’s dramatic theatre acting course under Elmārs Seņkovs, santa.lv reported. The actress received a Spēlmaņu nakts nomination for Best Young Artist for her portrayal of Īva Herintone in director Valters Sīlis’s stage production of “Viss par Ievu”. In “Visiem vajag naudu“, Bukša plays Paula, a waitress at a bowling alley who teams up with her friend Kaspars, portrayed by Kārlis Dzintars Zahovskis, to pull off a robbery after the couple falls into debt, according to tvnet.lv.
Paula faces a frameup in Visiem vajag naudu
The attempted bowling alley robbery diverges sharply from plan when Paula suddenly finds herself framed as the prime suspect in a witch hunt orchestrated by her boss, Gaston, played by Jānis Skutelis, tvnet.lv reported. Latvijas Radio 1 noted that Paula’s motivation centers on breaking open the office safe to clear accumulated bills and pay off a student loan, though she soon discovers she is not the only one eyeing the cash. Director Kristiāns Riekstiņš built the visual style around a neon-lit Riga residential district, drawing stylistic cues from the cinematic works of Quentin Tarantino and Nicolas Winding Refn, as discussed in the Latvijas Radio 1 broadcast.
Six Years From Initial Concept to Premiere
Director Kristiāns Riekstiņš spent six years bringing the project from initial concept to its theatrical release, with plans already underway for screenings in other European cities, tvnet.lv reported. Riekstiņš authored the screenplay alongside dramatist and writer Rasa Bugavičute-Pēce and film director and educator Dāvis Dreimanis, with Alise Rogule producing through MIMA films and Sergejs Timoņins serving as co-producer for Kino Kults, according to tvnet.lv. Commenting on the milestone, Bukša expressed her excitement at reaching the premiere stage with a project that marks her debut in a feature film of this scale, santa.lv reported.
Agate Marija Bukša performs at Latvian National Theatre
Alongside her transition into feature films, Agate Marija Bukša maintains an active schedule at the Latvian National Theatre, santa.lv reported. She recently appeared in the premiere of “Līgavu mednieki”, directed by Paula Pļavniece, and has already begun rehearsal work for “Doriana Greja portrets” under the direction of Henrijs Arājs, according to santa.lv.
Frequently Asked Questions About Visiem vajag naudu
Who stars as the lead characters in Visiem vajag naudu?
New actress Agate Marija Bukša stars as the bowling alley waitress Paula alongside Kārlis Dzintars Zahovskis, who plays her friend Kaspars, tvnet.lv reported.
Who wrote and produced the film?
Kristiāns Riekstiņš directed the film and wrote the screenplay with co-authors Rasa Bugavičute-Pēce and Dāvis Dreimanis, while Alise Rogule produced the project for MIMA films alongside co-producer Sergejs Timoņins from Kino Kults, tvnet.lv reported.
What triggered the robbery plot in the film?
Paula and Kaspars targeted the bowling alley safe where Paula worked after falling into debt, hoping the cash would cover their unpaid bills and a student loan, according to tvnet.lv and Latvijas Radio 1.
Worth a look