A Moment in the Reeds

In this heartfelt and evocative film, a young Finnish man named Leevi seeks solace at the family's lakeside summerhouse in Finland. Abandoning Paris for the quieter environs of his homeland, he finds himself embarking on an unexpected journey of self-discovery and connection. The arrival of Tareq, a recent Syrian asylum seeker hired to help with renovations, sets the stage for a tender romance between two young men amidst the idyllic Finnish summer.Their burgeoning relationship is tested by the impending return of Leevi's father and the weight of his own studies in Paris. Meanwhile, Tareq grapples with the complexities of his familial bonds back in Syria. The film explores themes of love, identity, and belonging, intertwining the personal with the universal, as it delves into the experiences of two young men navigating their way through life's uncertainties.Set against the picturesque Finnish countryside, this poignant narrative unfolds in a series of poignant moments that celebrate the power of human connection amidst the chaos and complexity of our interconnected world. The film invites audiences to experience the beauty and vulnerability of love in all its forms as it transcends cultural and geographical boundaries.