Биография

Linda Olte (1978) is a Latvian director, writer, and editor. The focus of her creative path in film is tied to social issues, especially concerning families and children. Her work on the documentary “My Father the Banker” (2015) earned her a National Film Award for Best Editing. After many years of working in Latvian Television on several successful programs, series and shorts, her debut feature film “Sisters” (“Māsas”, 2022) premiered at the Warsaw International Film Festival. It won Best Film and the International FIPRESCI Jury Award. “Sisters” has been shown at many international festivals and received multiple awards. In 2023, she won the Latvian National Film Award for Best Director.