Sammy's Blood

2016 Tokyo Film Festival Best Actress Jury Prize-winning film. It tells the story of the growth of Ella Maya, a little Sami girl living in northern Europe. The Sami people, also known as the Lapps, are a nomadic people living in northern Europe. The Sami people have their own language (Sami), unique national music (Joik), traditional costumes, etc., and make a living by raising reindeer. For a long time, countries such as Sweden and Norway have tried to assimilate the Sami people by forcing them to receive education. Officials even banned the use of the Sami language in schools and public places. (i.e. the background of this film)