

Stormskerry Maja

Maja and Janne move to the barren and remote island of Stormskerry, where survival is a daily struggle. Growing up in a world of old values, Maja becomes aware of a new era: a woman can be an equal partner instead of a mere bystander. The couple have children, and life is good until trouble sets in: war arrives on the island, Janne is forced to flee from the English troops, and Maja and the children are imprisoned. The family also faces many financial difficulties and death. Years pass, but Maja remains strong and stays in Stormskerry despite all the hardships and difficulties.
A feast for the eyes, and rightly in the top 10 of the IFFR Audience Award as far as I am concerned. The film is long, but never too long. Sometimes it even goes a bit too fast. Amanda Jansson as Maja acts really great. You are completely sucked into the story. A story about survival, self-determination and love. Highly recommended!