398 Folklore
A historical fantasy that intertwines 19th-century Estonian village life with ancient Ukrainian mythology, following Elo as she searches for her suddenly vanished husband.
In the darkness of smoke sauna, women share their innermost secrets and intimate experiences. Through a sense of communion, women wash off the shame trapped in their bodies and regain their strength.
The underground view to the story that is known by peasants point of view. Who owns the catch?
A film about the Estonians’ favorite folk band Kukerpillid and its spirited journey through the summer concert venues of Estonia, with interludes to the roots of Estonian folkmusic.
When no public recognition at home, a gospel band Robirohi plans the tour to the source of gospel music, to perform at the halls of fame in Kentucky, USA.
Tales of a Toy Horse is a film about being human and its possibility even when there is war around you.
From the harsh, nomadic life on the tundra to an uncertain future with five children. Four years in the life of a strong and charismatic woman as vital, physical film art.
A new wave. New characters. A new Estonia. Lil Estonia! Documentary by Taavi Arus about the short anatony of a generation in Estonia in 2020.
Two city kids, zero smartphones, one village. When left at Granny’s the siblings find an instruction on how to build a devilish creature. The only missing puzzle is one soul...
The Universe started with the Big Bang. It has always been thought of as a huge explosion, from which everything that is, came into being. But what if it was just somebody's sneeze instead?
We all come from our childhood.
For nearly twenty years now one small Estonian town has organised a Ukrainian-themed fair, during which a beauty contest is held. This observational film explores whether beauty can be an object of competition, and how we should understand the phenomenon of beauty contests in the modern day.
Estonia, 1872. The uncompromising new owner of Robber’s Rise must battle with hard work, his spiteful neighbor and with his own family and beliefs to transform the poor land into a flourishing farm of his dreams – to bring truth and justice to a god forsaken place.
A modern man coming to grips with his own existence through the medium of tradition.
Shades, breaths, whispers, hunches, mystery - they are all fading away. Everything else seems more important.
Meeting a swan may be an introspective experience, similarly to facing the nature of Iceland, its magnificent mountains, watery grasslands and powerful winds. For a nine-year-old girl Sól all this won't be a free choice since her family sends her away to the wild and lonely nature because of a theft.
Visual fairy tale for adults directed by Rainer Sarnet. The feature film combines black comedy and romance.
Filmmaker Manfred Vainokivi portrays physics teacher Mart Kuurme teaches physics and astronomy to children in Africa.
Linguist Tiit-Rein Viitso and the last Livonians.
Engagement according to the traditions and customs of Kihnu island, Estonia. The documentary introduces the engagement rites in their most natural environment.
Documentary about Igor Tõnurist, activist of Estonian folklore movement.
The documentary introduces wedding traditions and rites in Kihnu island, Estonia.
Portrait documentary about Igor Tõnurist, the activist of Estonian folklore movement.
Portrait documentary by Mark Soosaar about singer Siiri Sisask.
Documentary about Estonia where its beautiful nature and locations are enriched by interesting facts, connections, beliefs and legends.
In South-Estonia, being cast the evil eye, or the malocchio, remains a daily threat for those admired or envied by others.
Marina Kuvaitseva, a proud and independent woman in Narva, leads a folklore ensemble where lonely and educated women sing.
Residents of Luutsniku village in Haanja county, Estonia, still believe in werewolves as their superstition is fed by legends, envy and gossips.
This is not an ethnographic film about a Finno-Ugric tribe, but a documentary about the decline of a nation.
Estonian christmas traditions, indoor games at the New Year's Eve and activities at the beginning of the new year.
Documentary directed by Mark Soosaar about the island of Kihnu, its residents and the social problems of the local society.
The Moon and the folk wisdom and beliefs related to it.
Documentary about Estonian Nikolai Kool, the author of the lyrics of the folk song "Far away behind the river".
Documentary shows the life and work in the collective fishermen's farm and tells about those who emigrated from the islands of Hiiumaa, Saaremaa and Muhu to the Far East at the end of 19th century.
The past, present and future of Vormsi Island.
Poetic documentary by Peeter Tooming about traditional beliefs and environmental protection.