Niillas Somby sacrificed not only an arm for his people but was also forced into exile as a wanted terrorist. The Alta conflict and one of its key activists take center stage in this poetic hybrid documentary about the Sámi people’s struggle for land and rights.
Short Documentary Film, 23 min (2025)
The film tells the unique story of Niillas Somby and is directed by Liselotte Wajstedt and Marja Helander, with Mauri Lähdesmäki as director of photography.
The film is produced by Paranord Film in co-production with: Filmpool Nord/Katja Härkönen, Sons of Lumière/Mete Sasioglu, Vaja Filmproductions/Liselotte Wajstedt and Fount Films/Mauri Lähdesmäki
Festivals 2025
Tromsø International Film Festival – Award winning, Tromsøpalmen for best short film
Göteborg Film Festival – Nominated
Birrarangga Film Festival (Australia)
Human International Film Festival (Oslo)
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