Friday Movie: Sámi Blood (2016, 1h 50m)

Friday, July 10, 2026
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Pathstone Latitude, 115 Rogers Street, Mankato

Set in 1930s Sweden, this moving drama follows a young Indigenous Sámi girl who faces racism at a boarding school while wrestling with her feelings about which culture she belongs to. The film explores identity, belonging, and the tension between heritage and personal ambition, showing her ambivalence and longing for a different life. Against breathtaking Nordic landscapes, Sámi Blood weaves an intimate coming-of-age story with a powerful portrait of resilience, courage, and self-discovery. Praised for its emotional depth and authenticity, it won Best Nordic Film at the Göteborg Film Festival and Best Young Director at the Venice Film Festival, establishing itself as a landmark Nordic film that resonates far beyond its setting.