In 1930s Torne Valley, the members of a religious cult expect a flying ark to descend from the heavens and take them to Palestine, but when disappointment sets in everything gets out of control.

Inspired by actual events (and a novel by Bengt Pohjanen), the story addresses the kind of oppression that can give rise to a cult as an expression of resistance; in this case, Swedes forced their language and culture on the people of Torne Valley.

Striking cinematography; Jessica Grabowsky leads a fine cast, even if the frustrating marriage at the center of the film is the least engaging part.

2025-Sweden-Finland. 108 min. Color. Widescreen. Written and directed by Jon Blåhed. Cinematography: Mimmo Hildén. Music: Rebekka Karijord. Cast: Jessica Grabowsky (Rakel), Jakob Öhrman (Teodor), Maria Issakainen (Elsa), Rebekka Baer, Hannes Suominen, Samuli Niitymäki, Alma Pöysti… Kati Outinen, Markus Krunegård.

Trivia: Original title: Rörelser. The first film made in the language of Meänkieli.

Guldbagge Awards: Best Actress (Grabowsky), Music.