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Uphill

Uphill

2026•9m•Drama

How far can you climb before you lose yourself?

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.

Simona Väär · Writer

Simona Väär · Director

StatusReleased
Runtime9m
LanguageET
Release DateJan 27, 2026
Budget$545

Actors

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

Kristina Sokol

Colleague

Margarita Källo

Colleague

Martin Mägi

Colleague

Joonas Õiesaar

Colleague

Leonhard Kõuhkna

Child

Lisell Sildver

Child

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