Movie of the Day: Let the river flow (2023) by Ole Giæver

"Let the River Flow" (Ellos eatnu - La elva leve) is a 2023 Norwegian drama directed by Ole Giæver. The film is set during the late 1970s and early 1980s, focusing on the Alta conflict—a significant period in Norwegian history when the Indigenous Sámi people protested against the construction of a hydroelectric dam on the Alta River, which threatened their traditional lands and way of life. The story centers on Ester, a young Sámi woman and recently graduated schoolteacher who conceals her Indigenous identity to avoid racism. Upon returning to her hometown of Alta in Northern Norway, she becomes inadvertently involved in the protests against the dam's construction. Through this involvement, Ester embarks on a personal journey, confronting her shame and embracing her heritage. The film has been well-received, holding an IMDb rating of 7.3/10. It won the Audience Award at the 2023 Göteborg Film Festival and the Tromsø International Film Festival, reflecting its resonance with viewers. Critics have praised its elegant portrayal of historical events and the personal struggles of its protagonist. 6 wins & 8 nominations international film festivals. Link IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt23638090/ Link Review: https://cineuropa.org/en/newsdetail/441875/ About movie: https://www.merfilm.no/film/ellos-eatnu-la-elva-leve/ Link to watch: https://www.justwatch.com/dk/movie/ellos-eatnu-la-elva-leve (Denmark), https://www.justwatch.com/fi/elokuva/anna-joen-virrata (Finland), https://www.justwatch.com/au/movie/ellos-eatnu-la-elva-leve (Australia), https://www.justwatch.com/se/film/ellos-eatnu-let-the-river-flow (Sweden), https://www.justwatch.com/no/movie/ellos-eatnu-la-elva-leve (Norway)