Sarmīte Ēlerte

Sarmīte Ēlerte is a notable Latvian politician and cultural advocate, recognized for her previous role as Minister of Culture and her leadership within the Latvian Cinematographers Union. She has recently been in the news for her comments on the significance of the animated film 'Straume' winning an Oscar, urging the Latvian film industry to capitalize on this achievement to enhance co-productions and attract international filmmakers to Latvia. Ēlerte emphasizes the need for improved funding and support for the film sector while also encouraging independent creators to seize new opportunities.