Málmhaus
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On an August midday, somewhere in the remote vastness of rural Iceland, sixteen-year-old Baldur, son of Karl and Droplaug, is attending the fields of ...the family's milk farm, riding a tractor. From afar, his eleven-year-old sister, Hera, is happily playing on her own, carefree. Little does she know, that this is maybe her last share of happiness, because everything is about to change, when all of a sudden, innocent Hera, witnesses the tragic accident that led to the gruesome death of her brother. On his funeral, the loss of her faith is inevitable and with unquenched rage, she rebels against God, leaving the congregation in tears of grief and despair. The years go by and Hera permeated with the vivid memory of Baldur that pulsates in every corner of the house, is still deeply missing him. Closed to herself, alienated with no friends and interests, Hera quickly drags herself into a dreary, dead-end of a life, troubled and suicidal. Still blaming God for the injustice and fencing off any attempts at reconciliation from the local priest, she embraces her brother's lifestyle and delves into the new music movement of Black Metal that gives Hera a new meaning in her life. Unable to let time heal her wounds and achingly craving for a closure, will Hera grasp in time that she cannot keep wallowing in grief because grief is a monster and it will eat her up? Show More

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behind her previously devout Christian upbringing. As the years pass, Hera grows into a troubled young woman, haunted by the trauma of her brother's death and her newfound contempt for religion.

Málmhaus is an Icelandic drama film that explores themes of grief, loss, and rebellion against faith. The story is set in the remote countryside of Iceland, where Baldur and Hera live on a milk farm with their parents. One day, tragedy strikes when Baldur dies in a horrific accident, witnessed by Hera. This devastating event shatters Hera's faith in God and sets her on a path of anger and rebellion.

As the film progresses, we see Hera navigating her teenage years, struggling with the aftermath of her brother's death. She forms a friendship with a rebellious classmate, who introduces her to heavy metal music and the subculture that surrounds it. Through music, Hera finds solace and an outlet for her anger and pain.

Málmhaus is a visually stunning film that captures the rugged beauty of the Icelandic landscape. The performances are gripping, particularly by the young actress who portrays Hera. The film delves into the complex emotions of grief and explores the ways in which trauma can shape a person's life.

This powerful and thought-provoking film offers an intimate and emotional portrayal of loss and the search for meaning in the face of tragedy. Málmhaus is a must-watch for fans of Icelandic cinema and anyone interested in exploring the human experience through film.