FFN SHORTS 2: The power of believing

Norway, 2026
Regi: Per-Josef Idivuoma

The true story of two brothers, Niillas and Ande Somby, and their fight for the right to exist within the harsh reality of 1960s boarding schools. Here, colonial walls resisted every attempt at self-expression, leaving no room for dreams. The film is defined by what is left unsaid, tracing the lives of two men who would later play a decisive role in the Sámi struggle for rights, continuing to shape the conversation about history and resistance today.

Sweden, 2026
Regi: Polina Blag

In Aurora Dreams, a loving couple from China and an artist from Vietnam are brought together by coincidence in the Arctic, all seeking the Northern Lights. Despite their different lives, they share a profound belief in the Aurora's powerful, dream-fulfilling energy. This charming documentary explores human connection, our bond with nature, and the lengths to which we will go to chase what we truly long for.

Sweden, 2026
Regi: Linnea Huhta

After Birger discovers that his wife Maj-Lis is having a more intense relationship with their neighbour Gunnar than he suspected, he makes a life-changing decision. Birger takes his marital frustrations out on the shoreline, physically chopping away at his simmering anger. A dark comedy with ambiguous mood, in Meänkieli language. 

Norway, Croatia, 2026
Regi: Endre Lund Eriksen, Isak Gjertsen

Nora's best friend is the beetle Billy. When climate change causes a great flood and her father fills his ark with animals, Nora starts her own rescue operation: She wants to save all insects. But Dad dislikes these nasty small pests and says no. Nora therefore prepares her own ark, Nora's Ark. Thus, a deep conflict arises between father and daughter, which not only puts their relationship at risk, but the entire small ecosystem on board Noah's ark – and in the world. 

Norway, 2025
Regi: Aasne Vaa Greibrokk

It’s a warm, bright summer day, and Sarah and her boyfriend are busy preparing to host a summer party. But within just one day, her entire sense of reality is turned upside down. An immensely beautiful and tender short where story, acting, cinematography and score together create a unique atmosphere.