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Matters of the Heart – Short Films Programme (15+)
Enjoy moving stories about the bonds that sustain us. ‘Matters of the Heart’ presents a cinematic exploration of relationships, capturing life’s most heartfelt moments with honesty and sensitivity.
When Ívar is stranded on an isolated Faroese mountain road, he must seek help from his estranged brother, setting the stage for a confrontation that’s been brewing for years.
When Ívar is stranded on a remote mountain road in the Faroe Islands during mid-winter, he is forced to reach out to his estranged brother, Mikkjal, for help. Initially refused, Ívar's offer of money persuades Mikkjal to assist him, albeit reluctantly. However, the mix of money, distrust, and unresolved issues quickly leads to a long-overdue confrontation. ‘The Last Straw’ explores the fragile nature of family bonds, the complexities of forgiveness, and the emotional weight carried by past grievances in the stark, unforgiving landscape of the Faroe Islands.

Credits

Director
Andrias Høgenni
Screenwriter
Lovísa Dröfn, Nadia Abraham
Producer
Mark Newman
Editor
Ania De Sa
Production Designer
Rannvá, Ása Helena Brynjarsdóttir
Sound
Dina Poulsen, Asger Midjord
Cast
Geir á Lofti
Hans Tórgarð

About the Director

Andrias Høgenni
Andrias Høgenni is a Faroese filmmaker based in Denmark. He graduated from the Danish film school Super16 in 2018. His thesis film, 'Ikki Illa Meint', won the Canal+ Award at Semaine de la Critique in 2019. He has directed several TV series for the Danish broadcaster DR and is currently working on his first feature film. ‘The Last Straw’ marks Høgenni's return to short films, exploring the intrica