Estonian youth film 'Morten' wins 3 awards in Italy
The Estonian film 'Morten,' directed by Ivan Pavljutškov, received three awards at the Giffoni Film Festival in Italy. The coming-of-age story, which explores themes of family and self-discovery, was highly praised by the festival's youth jury.
Why it matters
International recognition for regional cinema highlights the growing influence of youth-focused film festivals in promoting European cultural narratives.
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Morten follows a sensitive, introverted 15-year-old boy living with his unemployed uncle in a decaying farmhouse while his mother works abroad to secure a better future.
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