Folktales – Mit Schlittenhunden ins Leben

In the vast, snow-covered landscapes of Arctic Norway, young people spend an unusual year far removed from smartphones, performance pressure, and the noise of everyday life.

At a traditional folk high school, they learn how to work with sled dogs, survive in the wilderness, and above all, how to trust themselves and one another. FOLKTALES is a quiet and sensitive film about coming of age, friendship, responsibility, and the search for one’s place in the world. The sled dogs become companions, teachers, and mirrors, demanding patience and courage while also offering trust and connection.

With stunning images of the natural world and an intimate closeness to its protagonists, the film is a moving, contemplative documentary about a generation searching for its own path between the digital world and the desire for genuine connection. A warm-hearted film about nature, community, and what truly matters in life.