Completed - FINNISH - Drama, Science-fiction - 90 minutes
Umbra is a scientist who wants to prove his theory that human beings are ruled by chance and devoid of any purpose, and as a consequence some become evil and cruel.
Year of production : 2013 Director(s) : Maria RUOTSALA Writer(s) : Maria RUOTSALA Cast : Irina BJÖRKLUND, Sampo SARKOLA Producer(s) : Merja RITOLA (Koskela Art & Media House)
Umbra, a scientist who has dedicated his life for science and logic is studying Evil. He heads a research institute together with his colleague and lover Irina, his patients being both criminals and victims. He wants to prove his theory that, viewed from the viewpoint of infinity, human’s life is ruled by chance and devoid of any purpose. Umbra’s theory and his world are tested when Iris and his patients challenge him, and ultimately his own mind. Now facing all the rage, horror and suffering he has examined in his patients with detachment, finally falls victim to his own theory.
Country(ies) : FINLAND