On a small farm in the forests of Norway, the Payne family strives for a free and wild existence. But after a tragic event, they are forced to exchange their idyllic farm for the expectations of modern society.
Don’t miss this poignant and visually stunning documentary that explores a family's journey through grief, resilience, and their connection to nature.
Genre: Documentary
Language Norwegian, subtitles: English
Maria and Nik homeschool their children Ulv, Falk, Freja and Ronja and strive to live withas a close-knit family in harmony with nature. However, a tragic event abruptly ends their idyllic world and forces the family onto a new path toward modern society. Named best documentary at the prestigious Sundance Film Festival, A New Kind of Wilderness is an intimate and warm portrait about love, life and growing up. The Paynes' story, their victories and struggles, invite reflection on our own life choices, our responsibility to the Earth and our children, and how we cope with life after a great loss.
A beautiful, meandering account of grief, parenting and making concessions - or not.
This film is recommended by the Student Film Committee because: “It is an endearing documentary about an honest, human way of navigating life through the wilderness of grief and loneliness.”
Reviews
“It's a reminder that you don’t need sensationalism to deliver something that’s honest and emotionally resonant” The Hollywood Reporter
“A moving story of dreams and ideals”. NRC
"An endearing documentary about small misfortunes." VPRO
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The Studium Generale film program is created in collaboration with the Student Film Committee and Natlab.