Drama · Estonia · 2025 · 1h 57m

Orenda

Director

Cast

Alma Pöysti as Nora Pirkko Saisio as Natalia Hannu-Pekka Björkman as Bishop Luca Leino as Boy Mikko Kauppila as Ex-Lover Tambet Tuisk as Conductor

Crew

Max Smeds — Director of Photography Samu Heikkilä — Editor Elias Salmenkallio — Original Music Composer Sanna Salmenkallio — Original Music Composer Pirkko Saisio — Writer Mark Lwoff — Producer

Synopsis

Orenda means an invisible force, a life spirit that inhabits everything living and lifeless: people, wind, birds, rabbits, stone. The one who serves Orenda and sings to it may receive its power. Exploring the themes of guilt and grace, the destinies of two women intertwine into a tense emotional thriller set on a remote island.

Trailer

Official Trailer youtube.com

Key Collaborators

Pirjo Honkasalo Director Max Smeds Director of Photography Samu Heikkilä Editor Elias Salmenkallio Original Music Composer Sanna Salmenkallio Original Music Composer Pirkko Saisio Writer Mark Lwoff Producer Misha Jaari Producer Tiiu-Ann Pello Production Design Jaanus Vahtra Costume Design

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