Scandinavia – The Return of Darkness

At the end of June, the longest day of the year is celebrated across Scandinavia – a night when the sun does not set. After long winter months of darkness, the midnight sun illuminates the north of Europe. This documentary follows a journey through Finland, Norway, and Sweden starting from June 21, portraying people who confront light and darkness in different ways, as well as the plant and animal life that adapts to the challenges of the polar day – until the moment when the sun once again disappears beyond the horizon, bringing the long winter.

Directed by: Mi-Yong Brehm, Verena Feige

Produced by: Annette Scheurich (Marco Polo Film AG)

Country of origin: Germany

Year of production: 2024

Duration: 52 min

Mi-Yong Brehm

Mi-Yong Brehm is a director and producer with extensive experience in radio, television, and documentary filmmaking. She has worked on numerous projects for ZDF, Arte, and 3Sat, including the well-known series Terra X. Since 2011, she has been part of the production company Marco Polo Film AG, where she develops documentary projects focusing on nature, history, and society.

Verena Feige

Verena Feige is a producer and director specializing in nature and science documentaries. She has worked on projects for ZDF, Arte, WDR, and other European broadcasters. As co-director, together with Mi-Yong Brehm, she signs the film Scandinavia – The Return of Darkness.

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