Whispers of Reindeer Milk

In an alternative Sámi universe, the primordial knowledge of colonialism has been removed. The journey to the heart of the land is exciting, meditative and without a shred of hurry.

Cast

Mihkkal Hætta

Gáddjá Haarla Pieski

Hildá Länsman

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