Sergei Loznitsa
DirectingAbout Sergei Loznitsa
Sergei Vladimirovich Loznitsa (Belarusian: Сяргей Уладзіміравіч Лазніца, Ukrainian: Сергій Володимирович Лозниця, Russian: Сергей Владимирович Лозница; born 5 September, 1964; Baranovichi, Brest Voblast) is a Ukrainian director of Belarusian origin known for his documentary as well as dramatic films. Born in 1964, Ukrainian filmmaker Sergei Loznitsa grew up in Kyiv, and graduated from Kyiv Polytechnic in 1987 with a degree in Applied Mathematics. In 1997, Loznitsa graduated from the Russian State Institute of Cinematography (VGIK) in Moscow, where he studied feature filmmaking. Sergei Loznitsa has directed 18 documentary films since 1996 and has received numerous international awards, including festival prizes in Karlovy Vary, Leipzig, Oberhausen, Krakow, Paris, Madrid, Toronto, Jerusalem and St. Petersburg, as well as the Russian National Film awards “Nika” and “Laurel”. Loznitsa’s feature debut My Joy (2010) premiered in competition at the Festival de Cannes, and was followed by In the Fog, which also premiered in competition at the Festival de Cannes in May 2012, where it was awarded the FIPRESCI Prize. His feature film A Gentle Creature premiered in competition at the Festival de Cannes in May 2017.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Sergei Loznitsa reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 2 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Sergei Loznitsa's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Sergei Loznitsa remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Nation Denied: Ukraine's Battle for History, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Sergei Loznitsa Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Sergei Loznitsa's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Sergei Loznitsa.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | A Nation Denied: Ukraine's Battle for History | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Butterflies | Self | Flop | Similar → |
Sergei Loznitsa - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Sergei Loznitsa?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sergei Loznitsa is "A Nation Denied: Ukraine's Battle for History" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Sergei Loznitsa acted in?
Sergei Loznitsa has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.