2013 /
1410. Known Unknown Zalgiris
70 min. – Documentary – 70 min., color – 2013 |
Director : Aleksandras Matonis
Producer : Stasys Baltakis
Producer : Stasys Baltakis
The documentary is dedicated to Žalgiris (Grunwald, Tannenberg) battle which was the major event in 1409-1411 Great War between the Teutonic Order's and joint Lithuanian-Polish forces. Called the Battle of Nations had caused a devastating defeat to the Teutonic Order, which after was never able to recover completely. Although the Žalgiris battle has been a study object for centuries, there are many stereotypes and misconceptions. Film reveals the truth via interviews with famous scientists from Lithuania, Poland and Germany.