Leitis

In year 1247 an elite soldier – leitis, arrives at the village elder's house. As assigned by The Grand Duke, village elder is responsible for border intelligence. To help an elite soldier at the border, elder sends his young, inexperienced son. An ordinary task becomes a real challenge as both men are threatened not only by enemy soldiers but by strange and mystical creatures as well. The price of the experience and title is life itself. It’s a legendary tale about the medieval Lithuania.

Directed by Andrius Bartkus, Leitis leans on a strong ensemble — Andrius Povilauskas, Kęstutis Cicėnas, Vytautas Rumšas — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2018.