Memories Move Like Distant Islands
Synopsis
A wetland archaeologist tracks groundwater levels in a drained swamp. In a quiet village, the emergency call center receives reports of a drifting island. This kaleidoscopic tale takes us on a journey across time and place, exploring the tense relationship between humans and wetlands from surprising perspectives that blend science and oral folklore.
Memories Move Like Distant Islands (2025) is a 29 min documentary short film by Saarlotta Virri. A wetland archaeologist tracks groundwater levels in a drained swamp.
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Festival History
- Helsinki International Film Festival - Love & Anarchy 2025 generic
- Lübeck Nordic Film Days 2025 generic
- Oberhausen International Short Film Festival 2025 generic
- Visions du Réel 2025 generic
