---
title: "Soloist Needed"
year: 1984
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/soloist-needed-1984"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 206957
imdb_id: "tt0232205"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 71
community_rating: 6.5
vote_count: 2
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Soloist Needed (1984) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/soloist-needed-1984

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Soloist Needed is a 1984 film directed by Genādijs Zemels and written by Gunārs Liedags, running for 1 hour and 11 minutes. The story follows Latvian friends who are helping an Estonian rock group to participate in a music competition.

The film falls under the music and comedy genres and was released on July 12, 1984 in Latvia. Its cultural footprint is tied to its regional production and focus on cross-border musical collaboration.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Latvian friends help an Estonian rock group enter a music competition."

### Why Watch
- It features a narrative about Latvian friends assisting an Estonian rock group.
- It combines music and comedy genres.
- It has a runtime of 1 hour and 11 minutes.

### Caveats & Content Note
- It has a limited and brief plot description available.
- Tone & Suitability: The film combines music and comedy elements across a brisk runtime of 1 hour and 11 minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #1984-film, #latvian-cinema, #estonian-rock-group, #music-competition, #comedy, #music

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Genādijs Zemels
- **Networks / Studios**: Rīgas kinostudija

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Lelde Vikmane** as *Evija*
- **Yury Moroz** as *Jānis*
- **Helmuts Kalniņš**
- **Janis Paukstello**
- **Mirdza Martinsone**
- **Jānis Jarāns**
- **Varis Vetra**
- **Andris Lielais**
- **Diāna Zande**
- **Sabīne Ērgle**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where to stream Soloist Needed?
Streaming availability for Soloist Needed is not specified in the provided sources.

### Q: Is it worth watching?
It may appeal to viewers interested in 1984 comedies focused on music competitions.

### Q: What is the runtime or binge duration?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 11 minutes.

### Q: What are the essential episodes?
Soloist Needed is a feature film rather than a television series with episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Soloist Needed — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/206957)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*