Mantas Kvedaravicius, a multifaceted individual with a profound passion for exploring the intricacies of absence, was a renowned filmmaker and academic of Lithuanian descent. His academic pursuits led him to earn a PhD in social anthropology from the esteemed University of Cambridge.
As a respected educator, Kvedaravicius held the position of Associate Professor at Vilnius University, where he shared his vast knowledge with students and contributed to the academic community.
Throughout his career, Kvedaravicius has been driven by a deep fascination with the performative and political manifestations of absence, both in a material and bodily sense. This interest has been the driving force behind his thought-provoking documentaries, which have garnered critical acclaim and recognition at prestigious film festivals worldwide.
His notable documentaries, Barzakh (2011) and Mariupolis (2016),have premiered and been awarded at prominent festivals such as the Berlinale, Busan, Hong-Kong, and Nyon Visions du Réel film festivals, solidifying his reputation as a talented and influential filmmaker.
