Sami Blood

Overview

Elle Marja, a 14-year-old Sami girl immersed in reindeer herding, faces the harsh realities of 1930s racism and intrusive phrenological tests at her boarding school. These experiences ignite her desire for a different existence, one that requires her to sever connections with her family and heritage. As she grapples with her identity, Elle Marja's journey highlights the struggle between personal ambition and cultural roots, ultimately forcing her to make a heart-wrenching choice in pursuit of acceptance and a new life.