Uphill

How far can you climb before you lose yourself?

  • Movie
  • 2026
  • 9m
  • Drama

Ambitious Madleen and carefree creative spirit Hugo embark on a symbolic journey up the mountain of success, exposing the tension between societal pressure and self-fulfillment. While Madleen strives to meet society’s expectations and achieve a high-status career, Hugo chooses to move through life at his own pace, guided by creativity rather than external expectations. The film invites the audience to reflect on the choices young adults face in a success-driven society and to question the decisions we make and the values we prioritize in life.

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Director
Simona Väär
Starring
Helena Järg, Johannes Thor Urke, Kristo Ukanis, Risto Kappet

Cast

  • Helena Järg

    Madleen

  • Johannes Thor Urke

    Hugo

  • Kristo Ukanis

    Company Executive

  • Risto Kappet

    It Specialist

  • Merike Adelson Värik

    Teacher

  • Hillar Käsper

    Elderly Man

  • Lorete Müürsepp

    Best Friend

  • Kerli Lina

    Counselor

  • Raili Laiv

    Mother

  • Marika Raudsoo

    Grandmother

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