Ivars Seleckis - Actor Profile

Ivars Seleckis

Directing
Updated: May 15, 2026
5Total Films
5.8 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 22, 1934

About Ivars Seleckis

Latvian documentary filmmaker Ivars Seleckis (1934) is one of the founders of the legendary Riga school of poetic documentary film. Seleckis started his career in film in 1958 as assistant cameraman at the Riga Film Studio. In 1966, he graduated from the Moscow Film Institute as a professional cinematographer and made his debut as a documentary director in 1968. A large part of Ivars Seleckis’ filmography belongs to the canon of Latvian film history, including his Crossroad Street (1988), winner of three of the world’s most prestigious documentary awards. Now in his eighties, Seleckis is still busy making new films ‒ despite having received the Lifetime Contribution Award of Lielais Kristaps National Film Festival as he was marking his 80th birthday.

Ivars Seleckis Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Ivars Seleckis reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 5 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Ivars Seleckis's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 0% of Ivars Seleckis's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Bridges of Time, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Ivars Seleckis Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ivars Seleckis's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Ivars Seleckis has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2018 Bridges of Time Self Average Similar →
2014 Cinema Day himself Flop Similar →
2006 Comeback Himself Flop Similar →
1989 Message to Man Self Flop Similar →
N/A Together Again Self Flop Similar →

Ivars Seleckis - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ivars Seleckis?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ivars Seleckis is "Bridges of Time" with a rating of 5.8/10.

How many movies has Ivars Seleckis acted in?

Ivars Seleckis has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ivars Seleckis?

Other notable films include "Comeback", "Message to Man", and "Together Again".

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