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199240 minGdocumentary

Laplander

199240 minGdocumentary

At 86 years old, Lars Theodor Jonsson lives a secluded life in the forest, communicating closely with animals, birds, and trees.

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Jerzy Sladkowski

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At 86 years old, Lars Theodor Jonsson lives a secluded life in the forest, communicating closely with animals, birds, and trees.

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Jerzy Sladkowski

Jerzy Sladkowskidirector

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Lars Theodor Jonsson, an 86-year-old Sami, lives a secluded life in the forest, surrounded by animals, birds, and trees. Once a celebrated ski king, he has spent decades in close connection with nature. His deep-rooted existence contrasts sharply with modern society, making him a stranger to contemporary life. The film captures his daily interactions with the natural world and reflects on the choices that led him to this solitary existence.

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