The Seer and the Unseen

Dir. Sara Dosa, 2019, ICE,USA, 86 min Screens with: Ecology of Perception (Dir. Marten Berkman, 2020, YT, 5 min) Words and montage reflect on human relationships with the non-human nature.

Iceland, famed for lush landscapes and stunning scenery, is a mystic country where many believe in magic, trolls and elves. Among them is Ragga, a colorful environmentalist and respected seer, who whispers with elves, providing a conduit to these otherworldly neighbors. When economic development threatens sacred volcanic rocks where many elves live, Ragga and her friends unite to protect the sacred land. This delightful film invites viewers to appreciate the possibilities of our wondrous world. In Icelandic with English subtitles.

Western Canadian premiere