Once Upon a Time in a Forest

Name: Once Upon a Time in a Forest
Director: Virpi Suutari
Released: 2024

Virpi Suutari 2024

Once Upon a Time in a Forest is a cinematic tribute to young activists fighting to protect Finland’s forests from the powerful forestry industry and political interests. This tale’s ending – whether a happily ever after or ecological disaster – depends on the dedication of Minka, Ida, and their allies.

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Running Time:

93 min.

Spoken Languages:

English, Finnish

Subtitles:

English

Directors:

Virpi Suutari

Producers:

Virpi Suutari, Martti Suosalo

Cinematographers:

Teemu Liakka F.S.C., Jani Kumpulainen F.S.C.

Editors:

Jussi Rautaniemi F.C.E.

Production Companies:

Euphoria Film

Festival Participation

Chicago International Film Festival - 2024
Nominee Gold Hugo Best Documentary
Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival - 2024
Nominee Land Sky Sea Award
CPH:DOX - 2024
Nominee CPH:DOX Award
CPH:DOX - 2024
Nominee NORDIC:DOX Award
Visions du Réel International Film Festival Nyon - 2024
Nominee Audience Award Grand Angle Competition
Dokufest International Documentary and Short Film Festival - 2024
Nominee Green Dox
Aegean Film Festival - 2024
Nominee Audience Award Feature Documentary

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