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Marija Gimbutas: Anticipating the Future

IEC Conference: 2025

Documentary “Marija Gimbutas: Anticipating the Future” is an in-depth exploration of the legacy of the renowned archaeomytologist Marija Alseikaitė-Gimbutas. It delves into her pioneering contribution to archaeomythology, highlighting her intuitive and poetic approach to understanding ancient cultures. The documentary traces her journey from her formative years in Lithuania to her influential academic career, highlighting her deep connection to folklore and her pioneering research on the cultures, goddesses and myths of old Europe.

The film features reflections from various experts, interweaving personal discoveries with scholarly insights to reveal Gimbutas lasting influence on the study of ancient civilisations and her unique approach to the interconnections between life, nature and spirituality. It is a timely proposal to rethink identity in the light of discovery and to look back to the essence of Old European civilisation.

ŠEPUTIS, Gintaras

Lithuania

Gintaras Šeputis, MA, is a filmmaker, communication consultant, and brand strategist. A graduate of Vilnius Academy of Arts, he led Lithuania’s largest independent creative agency, VRS WPI Vilnius (1992-2013), working with top brands. He chaired the Board of the Association of Communication Agencies (2008-2014) and has conducted strategic seminars internationally. He co-directed the documentary Marija Gimbutas: Anticipating the Future and the TV project KULTmisijos. Since 2011, he has been a freelance consultant, advising brands like Gilu Group, Satimed, and Civinity Group. He was Head of Marketing at City Service (2018-2021) across five countries. A founding lecturer of the VDA Media Arts Department, he currently teaches Brand Modelling at MRU. Passionate about cultural history, media influence, and meditation, he continues to bridge creativity, strategy, and education.