Orenda
Synopsis
Orenda means an invisible force, a life spirit that inhabits everything living and lifeless: people, wind, birds, rabbits, stone. The one who serves Orenda and sings to it may receive its power. Exploring the themes of guilt and grace, the destinies of two women intertwine into a tense emotional thriller set on a remote island.
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Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-01-20
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Tampere Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Pirjo Honkasalo
- Screenplay & Story
- Pirkko Saisio
- Original Score
- Elias Salmenkallio, Sanna Salmenkallio
- Original Title
- Orenda
- Country of Origin
- Estonia, Finland, Sweden
- Spoken Languages
- Finnish
- Runtime
- 1h 57m
- Production Studios
- Bufo, Allfilm, Plattform Produktion
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Pirjo Honkasalo
Pirkko Saisio
Elias Salmenkallio, Sanna Salmenkallio
Max Smeds
Samu Heikkilä
Misha Jaari, Mark Lwoff
Department Leadership Roster
Pirjo Honkasalo
Director
Pirkko Saisio
Writer
Max Smeds
Director of Photography
Tiiu-Ann Pello
Production Design
Samu Heikkilä
Editor
Misha Jaari
Producer
Mark Lwoff
Producer
Elias Salmenkallio
Original Music Composer
Sanna Salmenkallio
Original Music Composer
Jaanus Vahtra
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Orenda
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What is Orenda about?
Orenda means an invisible force, a life spirit that inhabits everything living and lifeless: people, wind, birds, rabbits, stone. The one who serves Orenda and sings to it may receive its power. Exploring the themes of guilt and grace, the destinies of two women intertwine into a tense emotional thriller set on a remote island.
Who directed Orenda?
Orenda was directed by Pirjo Honkasalo.
Who stars in Orenda?
The principal cast of Orenda includes Alma Pöysti, Pirkko Saisio, Hannu-Pekka Björkman, Mikko Kauppila, Tambet Tuisk.
When was Orenda released and how long is it?
Orenda was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 57m.
Who composed the musical score for Orenda?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Orenda was composed by Elias Salmenkallio, Sanna Salmenkallio.