19-25 January
2026
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.
Polina Blag is originally from Baikonur in Kazakhstan and studied journalism in Moscow before moving to Sweden ten years ago. In Sweden, she studied visual arts and photography before becoming a film director and writer. Her short film A moment you will remember was screened at TIFF in 2023. This year, Blag has two shorts at TIFF.
2024 A moment you will remember
2023 Inte redo
2022 Ogiltig frånvaro
| Part of: | FFN SHORTS 2: The power of believing |
| Director: | Polina Blag |
| Country: | Sweden |
| Year: | 2026 |
| Run time: | 13m |
| Dialogue: | Chinese |
| Subtitles: | English |
| Producer: | Anna Sunna |
| Age limit: | 15 |