Folktales

27th TIDF: International Premiere

On the precipice of adulthood, teenagers converge at a traditional folk high school in Arctic Norway. Dropped at the edge of the world, they must rely on only themselves, one another, and a loyal pack of sled dogs as they all grow in unexpected directions. The two co-directors draw on the myth of Norse god Odin as an evocative narrative device: Just as Odin observed the Norns, three fates who dwell at the base of the world tree spinning threads of destiny, we witness how this unconventional school shapes the lives of its students. The mission is simple: Return to basics by quieting the chaos of modern life. The teens learn Arctic survival skills and care for sled dogs, building confidence and self-reliance. They bond with their canine companions and practice patience and kindness. It’s a tough journey, and some students resist their wise teachers, quickly discovering that the price for not wearing mittens can be steep.

Screening Schedule

No physical screenings scheduled.

Direction: Heidi Ewing, Rachel Grady

Cinematography: Lars Erlend Tubaas Øymo, Tor Edvin Eliassen

Editing: Nathan Punwar

Sound: Andreas Lindberg Svensson

Music: T. Griffin

Production: Loki Films, Fifth Season, Impact Partners, Topic Studios

Producers: Heidi Ewing, Rachel Grady

Co-producers: Gudmundur Gunnarsson, Kari Anne Moe

Executive producer: Lisa Schejola Akin, Jeffrey Akin, Maiken Baird, Michael Bloom, Christine Connor, Ian Darling, Ryan Heller, Mary Lisio, Jenny Raskin, Regina K. Schilly, Ian Stratford

Format: DCP

Color: Colour

Production Country: USA, Norway

Production Year: 2025

Duration: 106'

Contact: Loki Films

Suitable for kids over the age of 15.