A New Kind of Wilderness
Synopsis
On a small farm in the Norwegian forest, a family seeks a wild free existence. However, after a tragic event changes everything, they are forced from their idyllic farm and into the expectations of modern society.
Screenings
Cinemateket, Tancred
On a small farm in a Norwegian forest, the Paynes live off the land, aiming to be wild and free. Maria and Nik, along with their four children Ulv, Falk, Freja, and Ronja are self-sufficient. They practice home-schooling and strive for a closely-knit family dynamic in harmony with nature.
However, when tragedy unexpectedly strikes the family, it upends their idyllic world and forces them to forge a new path into modern society.
About the director:
Silje Evensmo Jacobsen has directed award-winning documentary series and films since 2010. «A New Kind of Wilderness» is Jacobsen's second feature-length documentary, and it was produced by Mari Bakke Riise, with whom she runs the production company A5 Film. The film had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival in 2024.
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