The Homecoming
Released 3 years ago in 2023. The Homecoming is a documentary film. directed by Suvi West. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Suvi West and Anssi Kömi
Synopsis
Sámi artefacts from the Finnish National Museum are returning home to Sápmi, while the holy drums of the Sámi people are still imprisoned in the basements of museums across Europe. The returning objects symbolise the dignity, identity, history, connection to ancestors and a whole world view that was taken from the Sámi people. Director Suvi West takes the viewer behind the scenes of the museum world to reflect on the spirit of the objects, the inequality of cultures and the colonialist burden of museums.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 8, 2023
2 years ago
Runtime
1h 15m
75 minutes total
User Rating
8.5/10
Excellent (2 votes)
Language
FI
Original language
Country
Finland
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FI
Production Companies
- Vaski Filmi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Homecoming about?
Sámi artefacts from the Finnish National Museum are returning home to Sápmi, while the holy drums of the Sámi people are still imprisoned in the basements of museums across Europe. The returning...
Who directed The Homecoming?
The Homecoming was directed by Suvi West.
How long is The Homecoming?
The Homecoming has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).
When was The Homecoming released?
The Homecoming was released on September 8, 2023 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Homecoming?
The main cast of The Homecoming includes Suvi West, Anssi Kömi.