Black Box (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1994, Black Box is a documentary film directed by Algimantas Maceina, running about 41 minutes.
What it’s about. In this experimental documentary, film director Algimantas Maceina reveals the theme of the exile of Lithuanian society from a very personal perspective. He films the repatriation of the remains of his grandfather from Siberia to Lithuania. This personal approach to societal tragedy – the genocide caused by the Soviet regime – links personal to collective memory and erases the boundaries between personal film archives and publicly acknowledged films.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Black Box has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black Box page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Box (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Black Box change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Black Box worth watching?
- Black Box holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Black Box released?
- Black Box was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 41 minutes.