Uphill
Edu mägi
“How far can you climb before you lose yourself?”
Synopsis
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.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →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
Agnessa Arna
Child
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$545
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Simona Väär
- Screenplay & Story
- Simona Väär
- Original Title
- Edu mägi
- Country of Origin
- Estonia
- Spoken Languages
- Estonian
- Runtime
- 9m
- Production Budget
- $545
- Production Studios
- Kinomaja Filmikool
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Simona Väär
Simona Väär
Helis Hiibus
Helis Hiibus
Kaire Russ
Department Leadership Roster
Simona Väär
Writer
Simona Väär
Director
Helis Hiibus
Director of Photography
Helis Hiibus
Editor
Kaire Russ
Producer
Simona Väär
Production Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Uphill.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Uphill
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Uphill about?
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.
Who directed Uphill?
Uphill was directed by Simona Väär.
Who stars in Uphill?
The principal cast of Uphill includes Helena Järg, Johannes Thor Urke, Kristo Ukanis, Risto Kappet, Merike Adelson Värik.
When was Uphill released and how long is it?
Uphill was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 9m.