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202316 minGdoc-short

Scenic View

202316 minGdoc-short

Finland has the most forest in Europe, yet primeval forest has become so rare that it almost feels fictional.

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Maija Blåfield

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Finland has the most forest in Europe, yet primeval forest has become so rare that it almost feels fictional.

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Maija Blåfielddirector

Maija Blåfieldwriter

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A forest in Finland reveals a stark contrast between primeval and commercial landscapes. Once abundant, primeval forests have become rare. Scenic View questions the authenticity of these environments. It examines how nature documentaries are produced and whether they reflect reality. The film runs for 16 minutes and invites viewers to consider what is real in the portrayal of forest life. It challenges perceptions of nature in a world where authenticity is often blurred.

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