The Secret of Lituanica

The Secret of Lituanica

2013 · 51 min · Documentary

Is the legend of the transatlantic flight of Steponas Darius and Stasys Girenas still relevant to the new Lithuanian generation?

Directed by Remigijus Sabulis · Written by Sigitas Siudika

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