Uphill
"How far can you climb before you lose yourself?"
Released in January 2026. Uphill is a drama film. directed by Simona Väär. At just 9 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Helena Järg, Johannes Thor Urke, and Kristo Ukanis
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 27, 2026
Released this month
Runtime
0h 9m
9 minutes total
Budget
$545
Production budget
Language
ET
Original language
Country
Estonia
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ET
- Budget
- $545
Production Companies
- Kinomaja Filmikool
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Uphill about?
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 striv...
Who directed Uphill?
Uphill was directed by Simona Väär.
How long is Uphill?
Uphill has a runtime of 0 hours and 9 minutes (9 minutes total).
When was Uphill released?
Uphill was released on January 27, 2026 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Uphill?
The main cast of Uphill includes Helena Järg, Johannes Thor Urke, Kristo Ukanis, Risto Kappet, Merike Adelson Värik.