Country: Greenland

Direction Torben Bech · Otto Rosing

Cast Julie Berthelsen · Morten Rose · Lars Rosing · Angunnguaq Larsen

Synopsis Nuummioq (2009) follows the journey of Malik, a 35-year-old carpenter residing in the bustling town of Nuuk. As life begins to shine brightly for Malik, he receives devastating news: a terminal cancer diagnosis. Faced with a tough choice, Malik must...

Direction Ivalo Frank

Cast Julie Edel Hardenberg · Makka Kleist · Mikisoq Lynge · Peter Tuusi

Synopsis Faith, Hope and Greenland (2009) embarks on a visually stunning and poetic expedition into the core of Greenlandic society. Narrated in an authentic, candid, and non-judgmental style, this documentary features four central figures who share their insights into the complexities...

Direction Isabella Eklöf

Cast Emil Johnsen · Asta Kamma August · Soren Hellerup · Connie Kristoffersen

Synopsis Kalak (2023) follows Jan, a nurse and devoted father, who grapples with the traumatic memories of being sexually abused by his father during his teenage years. Stationed in Nuuk, Greenland, Jan seeks solace and connection through intimate encounters, attempting to...

Direction Angayo Lennert-Sandgreen

Cast Paarnaq Jakobsen · Aputsiaq Fleischer Høy · Angunnguaq Larsen · Aka Hansen

Synopsis Hinnarik Sinnattunilu (2009) is a groundbreaking cinematic achievement, marking the first time a feature film was entirely produced by and featuring native Greenlanders. This film stands as a testament to the unique cultural heritage and storytelling prowess of the Greenlandic...

Direction Malik Kleist

Cast Ujarneq Fleischer · Angunnguaq Larsen · Eqaluk Hoegh · Jeff Joensen

Synopsis Qaqqat Alanngui (2011) centers around a group of young graduates who venture into a fjord to commemorate their academic achievements. Their celebration takes place in a remote cabin, where they anticipate a joyous gathering. However, their festivities are disrupted by...

Direction Ainara Vera

Synopsis Polaris (2022) follows the story of Hayat, a seasoned sailor who finds solace in the vast, icy expanse of the Arctic, far removed from human contact and the shadows of her family's history in France. However, when her younger sister...

Direction Sarah Gavron · David Katznelson

Synopsis Village At The End Of The World (2012) follows the story of Lars, a unique teenager in the small, isolated community of Niaqornat, located in North West Greenland. Unlike his peers, Lars has no interest in the traditional hunting lifestyle...

Direction Jacob Grønlykke

Cast Rasmus Lyberth · Vivi Nielsen · Niels Platow · Kenneth Rasmussen

Direction Christoffer Rizvanovic Stenbakken

Cast Kamillo Ignatiussen · Mikkel Paalu P. Bianco · Simujook Ikila

Direction Malik Kleist

Cast Angunnguaq Larsen

Direction Mikael Strandberg

Cast Mikael Strandberg · Pamela Strandberg · Dana Strandberg

Direction Nivi Pedersen

Direction Christian K. Elsner

Synopsis Inuup Tarraa (2007) is a poignant short film originating from Greenland that delves into the life of a middle-aged man who has endured the devastating loss of his family. This profound tragedy has left him in a state of deep...

Direction Otto Rosing

Cast Minik Daorana Julén · Nivi Pedersen

Direction Iva Radivojevic

Cast Aviaja Lyberth

Synopsis Utuqaq (2021) explores the Arctic's expansive, moon-like terrain, where the primary character is Ice. This documentary presents a global narrative of the Arctic, showcasing its alien-like scenery and the infrequent guests who venture into this remote region.

Direction Pipaluk Kreutzmann Jørgensen

Cast Nukâka Coster-Waldau · Ujarneq Fleischer · Angunnguaq Larsen

Direction Jasper Coppes

Cast Pauline Knudsen · Adam Lyberth · Francisca Davidsen Olsen

Direction Malik Kleist

Cast Qillannguaq Berthelsen · Martin Brandt · Nivi Pedersen · Heidi Møller Isaksen

Synopsis When the Darkness Comes (2014) follows the story of lifelong friends Minik and Hans, who find themselves in a thrilling and terrifying adventure. Hans, driven by curiosity and a desire to prove the existence of ghosts, proposes they spend a...

Direction Mike Magidson

Cast Gaba Petersen · Knud Therkielsen · Ole Jørgen Hammeken · Rebekka Jørgensen

Direction Inuk Silis Hoegh

Cast Erno Aronsen · Per Berthelsen · Hjalmar Dahl · Per Danker

Synopsis Sumé - The Sound of a Revolution (2014) delves into the extraordinary journey of Greenland's first rock band, Sumé, who defied expectations and captured the hearts of their nation with their debut album in 1973. The documentary explores how Sumé's...