The Tundra Within Me
Sara Margrethe Oskal • 1 hour 35 minutes • 2023 • Norway • Norwegian
After living for many years in Oslo, Lena moves back to Sápmi in Northern Norway with her young son to explore Sami gender in an art project. While researching in the wintry tundra, she falls in love with reindeer herder Máhtte - whose mother, the head of the family, disapproves of the relationship. As decisions from the past come to haunt her, Lena struggles to find out whether her and Máhtte's lifestyles can ever be compatible.
Thurs., Aug. 8, 7:30pm @ Arts Court Theatre (2 Daly Ave.)
Director Biography
Sara Margrethe Oskal was born in Kautokeino, Norway. An actor, writer, and director, she has a PhD in Performing Arts from Oslo National Academy. Her films include the shorts Beaivvi nieida (18) and Rieban (23). The Tundra Within Me (23) is her first feature.
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