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  • Galina
    Galina

    2024 | Documentary, Portrait | Director: Sulev Keedus

    Paradise is not just given. Paradise must be fought for.

  • In Tune
    In Tune

    2024 | Students film, Documentary | Director: Heloise Cussins Orozco

    Following a reserved organist and his eccentric art historian wife through the scenic churches of Estonia, we uncover the depth of a relationship bound by lifelong collaboration.

  • My Duty
    My Duty

    Original title: Minu kohus

    2024 | Documentary, Portrait | Director: Liis Lindmaa

    Documentary about an Estonian woman with Russian heritage, who joins the Estonian Women’s Voluntary Defense League to become a soldier.

  • YO Teacher
    YO Teacher

    2024 | Students film, TV Show | Director: Adell Vachugova

    The short film by film student Adell Vachugova tells the story of the double life of teachers.

  • L is for Love
    L is for Love

    Original title: A nagu armastus

    2023 | Documentary | Director: Indrek Spungin

    When Indrek's wife says that she is not happy with the marriage and something needs to change, Indrek must find a way to save the marriage.

  • Voice
    Voice

    2023 | Students film, Documentary | Director: Ksenia Buzhbetskaya

    The documentary explores the life of an elderly woman who serves as a simultaneous interpreter at Oliviste Church, translating services from Estonian into Russian, highlighting her dedication, deep faith, and inspiring role within the church community.

  • Estonian Rhapsody
    Estonian Rhapsody

    Original title: Kukerpillide rapsoodia

    2022 | Documentary, Music Documentary | Director: Raimo Jõerand

    A film about the Estonians’ favorite folk band Kukerpillid and its spirited journey through the summer concert venues of Estonia, with interludes to the roots of Estonian folkmusic.

  • Lydia
    Lydia

    2022 | Documentary, Portrait | Director: Hermes Brambat, Tarvo Mölder

    The documentary portrays the acclaimed Song Festival conductor and music teacher Lydia Rahula.

  • Machina Faust
    Machina Faust

    2022 | Documentary, Portrait | Director: Kaupo Kruusiauk

    An intimate documentary about the internationally renowned Estonian musician, saxophone player and improvisational jazz composer Maria Faust.

  • Missed Call
    Missed Call

    Original title in Estonian: Vastamata kõne

    2022 | Students film, Short | Director: Jennifer Marisse Cohen

    Jennifer Cohens shortfilm narrates a story, when a young couple faces a tumultuous period due to a death of a loved one, yet are able to find each other again despite the hurt inflicted upon one another.

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