Hull Independent Cinema presents
A New Kind of Wilderness (12A)
In this Sundance-selected documentary, Englishman Nik and his Norwegian wife Maria attempt to forge a new life on a farm in her homeland’s lush woodlands. Their goal is to live sustainably, putting as little strain upon the planet as possible. But when the family suffers a tragedy, Nik’s resolve to continue on this singular mission is severely challenged and the ‘normal’ world comes knocking. Can they maintain some version of this idyll or is it a paradise out of reach?
Bearing comparison with the events of Captain Fantastic (2016) but played out with the complexities and inescapable truths of real life, A New Kind of Wilderness is not just a heartbreaking portrait of the endurance of a family, but also a breathtaking trip into the Norwegian wilderness. The kind of unfolding, surprising, intimate and honest documentary portrait that can only emerge over years of hard-won access, A New Kind of Wilderness is for anyone who wants to (re)discover the power of family and think about different ways of striding this Earth.
In this Sundance-selected documentary, Englishman Nik and his Norwegian wife Maria attempt to forge a new life on a farm in her homeland’s lush woodlands. Their goal is to live sustainably, putting as little strain upon the planet as possible. But when the family suffers a tragedy, Nik’s resolve to continue on this singular mission is severely challenged and the ‘normal’ world comes knocking. Can they maintain some version of this idyll or is it a paradise out of reach?
Bearing comparison with the events of Captain Fantastic (2016) but played out with the complexities and inescapable truths of real life, A New Kind of Wilderness is not just a heartbreaking portrait of the endurance of a family, but also a breathtaking trip into the Norwegian wilderness. The kind of unfolding, surprising, intimate and honest documentary portrait that can only emerge over years of hard-won access, A New Kind of Wilderness is for anyone who wants to (re)discover the power of family and think about different ways of striding this Earth.
Event Details
Running Time: 1 hour 24 mins
Age Rating: 12A (BBFC)
Language: English
Content Warning: Scene of animal killing and butchery
"The artful editing, and the subjects, who are earthy and genuine, ensure a viewing experience that is profoundly moving, beautiful, and insightful, even when it proves painful to watch." Peg Aloi, Arts Fuse
"Making beautiful use of natural light and harnessing the natural warmth of the landscape, the film invites audiences to pause and reflect upon what really matters in their fast-paced lives." Pat Mullen, POV Magazine
"The participants’ thoughts weave through the film as voiceover, which makes their insights feel more confessional and vulnerable; a secret shared with the audience. Such an inherently emotional story could easily tip over into the maudlin, but the film’s overriding modesty creates a wistful tone." Tim Grierson, Screen Daily