Laguna

Laguna follows Ina Marija Bartaitė's father and younger sister Una as they retrace her steps on the Mexican Pacific coast. This journey serves as a pathway through their mourning process, set against the backdrop of a lagoon shaped by hurricanes and natural rebirth. The film captures the lush nature of the mangroves, highlighting the interplay between personal grief and the cycles of life in nature.

Šarūnas Bartas, who directs and films this intimate exploration, reveals his emotions throughout the narrative. The documentary delves into personal loss while intertwining it with the resilience found in the natural world. The film invites viewers to reflect on the connections between human experiences and the environment, making it a poignant addition to the documentary genre.