DOROGU - On the Mystical Paths of Karelia I ENGLISH SUBTITLES
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Dive into the traditions, rituals, folklore & magic of the Karelian culture. The Dorogu trilogy (Veneh, Lindu, Ilmu) explores the major transitions in life, marriage, death and birth, and the traditions surrounding them.... Read More
About “DOROGU - On the Mystical Paths of Karelia I ENGLISH SUBTITLES”
The Dorogu trilogy depicts the sacred and important rites of passage which hold high significance in the Karelian culture and traditions. These films document and exhibit the ancient tradition of crying and reciting lamentations, which were of great importance when any transitional rituals took place. Veneh (boat) depicts the Karelian lament wedding tradition, held at the brides home. Viewers follow her last day at her family home, before the groom collects her to bring her away to his family. Lindu (bird) describes Karelian mythology and ritualism related to death. The film follows the journey of a dead man's soul to his home, as he is guided by a soul bird. Ilmu (air) explores birth and related Karelian and Kalevalian mythology and ritualism. The language used in the films is Karelian, especially the Livvi Karelian dialect.
Karelia is a Finno-Ugric language and had established itself at least 1,300 years ago, but it still has no legal status in Finland. Today there are approximately 10,000 Karelian native speakers in Finland, and almost 20,000 who understand and speak it in some way. In Russia, there are less than 100,000 Karelians and about 50,000 of them speak the Karelian language. The Karelian region is divided by the Finnish Russian border and has always been the battlefield between East and West. Its remoteness has created its own special and magical culture.
This film trilogy aims to arouse a wider interest in Karelian culture, and to contribute to the revival of Karelian language skills, as well as add to the discussion on the current state and status of the Karelian language.
The producer, screenwriter and director of the film trilogy DOROGU - ON THE MYSTICAL PATHS OF KARELIA is dance artist Jyrki Haapala. Musician Robert Tobin acts as production manager, assistant director and assistant producer. Production coordinator and assistant background researcher is folk singer and producer Minna Karttunen. The films are filmed by visual artist Tero Puha together with Jyrki Haapala. The music for the films are composed by folk musician and composer Saija Teirikangas. The language specialists of University of Eastern Finland - Karelian language revival project, have operated as Karelian language mentors in these films.
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Reviews
RateLawrence Baker
5/5
May 04, 2024
OMG! I have no words for this... This is a world totally foreign to me, but yet, so intimately familiar. Is this what is meant by cellular memory? Absolute bravo for everyone involved!
Kavimani Kathiravan
5/5
Apr 30, 2024
"Dorogu" is a cinematic journey through Karelian culture. Prepare to be mesmerized by stunning visuals, haunting music, and ancient traditions. This unique trilogy transcends entertainment, aiming to revitalize a threatened language.