How to Divorce During the War
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| Lithuanian | Skyrybos karo metu |
| Directed by | Andrius Blaževičius |
| Written by | Andrius Blaževičius |
| Produced by | Marija Razgutė |
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| Cinematography | Narvydas Naujalis |
| Edited by | Anna Ryndova |
| Music by | Jakub Rataj |
Production company | M-Films |
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Running time | 108 minutes |
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How to Divorce During the War (Lithuanian: Skyrybos karo metu) is a 2026 drama film written and directed by Andrius Blaževičius. It stars Marius Repšys and Žygimantė Elena Jakštaitė as a couple going through a divorce right before the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine. It is an international co-production of Lithuania, Luxembourg, Ireland, and Czech Republic.
It is set to premiere at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival on 26 January, competing at the World Cinema Dramatic Competition.
Premise
Set against the backdrop of Vilnius in 2022, Marija and Vytas navigate their divorce as it intersects with the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Cast
- Marius Repšys as Vytas
- Žygimantė Elena Jakštaitė as Marija
- Amelija Adomaitytė
- Indrė Patkauskaitė
- Gintarė Parulytė
Production
In August 2023, How to Divorce during the War was first presented at the Nordic Co-Production Market.[2] In February 2024, the project was also showcased at the Berlinale Co-Production Market.[3] It also had secured development funds from the Lithuanian Film Centre and received support from LRT.[4] In December 2024, it received €700,000 production grant from the Film Fund Luxembourg, with the production company Red Lion attached to co-produce.[5]
Principal photography took place in Vilnius in March 2025.[6]
Release
How to Divorce During the War will have its world premiere on 26 January 2026 at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, competing at the World Cinema Dramatic Competition.[7] Prior to its premiere, New Europe Film Sales acquired the film's international sales rights.[8]
References
- ^ "How to Divorce During the War". Sundance Film Festival. Retrieved 16 December 2025.
- ^ Economou, Vassilis (11 August 2023). "Haugesund's New Nordic Films announces its Nordic Co-Production Market projects". Cineuropa. Retrieved 11 December 2025.
- ^ Economou, Vassilis (9 January 2024). "The 21st Berlinale Co-Production Market announces its selection". Cineuropa. Retrieved 11 December 2025.
- ^ Abbatescianni, Davide (2 February 2024). "Andrius Blaževičius reveals details of his third feature, Divorce During the War". Cineuropa. Retrieved 11 December 2025.
- ^ "Film Fund Luxembourg Awards €11.1m in Funding for 19 New Film Projects". Chronicle.lu. 17 December 2024. Retrieved 11 December 2025.
- ^ "There are many film crews in Vilnius: both films and commercials are being filmed (traffic restrictions)". Made in Vilnius. 14 March 2025. Retrieved 11 December 2025.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (10 December 2025). "Sundance 2026 Lineup Includes Films With Jenna Ortega, Charli XCX, Seth Rogen, Russell Crowe, Ethan Hawke & More In Park City Finale". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 11 December 2025.
- ^ Barraclough, Leo (10 December 2025). "Sundance Title 'How to Divorce During the War' Boarded by New Europe (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 11 December 2025.