Lykke Til

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IN COMPETITION

Dealing with visas, finding a job, and finding a place to live are hard enough for an immigrant in Norway. On top of these, the woman protagonist faces an array of problems: an unexpected pregnancy, racism, and a rift in the relationship with her girlfriend. Luckily, she finds herself a shelter in a restaurant ran by a Hongkong immigrant, being able to have a taste of home away from home. This short brilliantly echoes the plight of many immigrants in Europe who long for their hometown yet feel compelled to stay for various reasons. A music video on the protagonist’s experience with hemorrhoids is a comedic and fitting inclusion, elevating this short with a fresh wave of creativity. Winner of the best director award at the 17th Fresh Wave International Short Film Festival, this recent work of Hong Kong cinema showcases what Hongkong-Europe collaboration can achieve and is very worth watching. - Chris Lau. Co-lead Curator of Odyssey 2024