This film is part of a collaboration between three independent filmmakers: Reflections of Life, Campfire Stories and Happen Films. The films of this series explore how small acts of love and kindness have the potential to ripple out and change the world, touching hearts and minds in ways that we could never begin to imagine. We'll be sharing a total of 12 short films, from across five continents - releasing one per month for the whole year of 2024 - four from each filmmaker. Watch all of the films here: th-cam.com/play/PLye1JIzaiQ6rKe40SkcSWqoC_sn4v_vIY.html Follow us on TH-cam: Reflections of Life - www.youtube.com/@ReflectionsofLife Campfire Stories - www.youtube.com/@campfire-stories Happen Films - www.youtube.com/@happenfilms If you'd like to support us: Reflections of Life - www.patreon.com/reflectionsoflife Campfire Stories - www.patreon.com/mattiasolsson Happen Films - www.patreon.com/happenfilms Thank you so much!
What a blessing that this young man made known his desire to herd reindeer, and this lovely couple gave him the means and opportunity! The other threads woven throughout, of his father working to preserve the Sámi language, the encroachment of the timber companies, and the timeline of the lichen growth, all enrich this amazing story. Thank you for sharing this gift with us.
Incredible - in every single way! The visuals are captivating, the narrative is heart warming, the message incredibly inspiring. Mattias - you can be SUPER proud of this beautiful story that took our breath away. Justine and Michael (Reflections of Life).
"And they say it's better to give with a warm hand than a cold one..."what a beautiful and wise sentiment. Something Leif and Isabell are doing for Daniel, and something Mattias is doing for all of us. Thank you so much Mattias for bringing such love, joy, beauty and wisdom into our lives with all of your films.
Greetings from Northern California USA. Absolutely a wonderful documentary. So many cultures and tradition dying out. THIS one must be preserved for sure❤
Watched it on your site but came here to boost it socially. That was tremendous; thanks. The narrative arc was unexpected, from whistful, almost naïve change in life circumstances to social, ethnic and environmental commentary. Beautifully crafted filmmaking. Yes, the machine marches through the popularly imagined Scandutopia too.
Scandutopia is a great term. My daughter completed YIP in Jarna this year and we visited her there from the UK. Things might not be as perfect as people in the wider world perceive but the rest of the planet is SO poorly managed that you still have something to hold on to, to celebrate and to build on.
Yeah, that's so true, and seeing the 3 folk in the film, living beautiful, wilder lives, shows that nevertheless those outsiders' views have some truths in them. Tak så mycket, eller hui ollu giitu!
Beautiful film. What hardy folks to continue on such a lifestyle and tradition and to want to ensure that a long-time tradition continues for another generation. Stories like this give me some hope in humanity. Thank you to everyone involved for sharing this with the world. PS- it would be wonderful to see a follow-up in the next 5-10 years to see how this all worked out.
Hermosa historia. Admirable el interés del joven por ser pastor de renos y enternecedora la generosidad de ese matrimonio. Un documental etnográfico muy interesante.
I can't say what I love most..The scenery, the photographic view or the story ? So Real So touching. Keep Creating these are marvelous Stories !Congratulations from Greece. With respect, your new friend Lemonia.
These are important stories. Much more important than most of what's out there (on TH-cam, online, on screen). I'm a discerning spender (I paid a whop for Masterclass for a year but not a cent to Spotify ever because its freemium blasts me with ads all the time). This is second campfire doccie (first one was once upon a forest), and it will be my first patreon subscription. More, please!
Fantastiskt -vilken gåva!❤. Isabell var min studiekamrat på läkarutbildningen i Göteborg på 90-talet. Jag var på hennes och Leifs bröllop. Var även där ytterligare en gång någon sommar efter. Har ingen kontakt idag men minns dom som varma äkta människor. Sett filmen flera gånger nu och en riktig feelgookänsla blir det varje gång.
This was a beautiful documentary, very moving for me. The fact that these people found each other so that a beautiful legacy could be passed on. And the young man who received this legacy could live his dream using the language that embraces and expands upon it. Their exchange is both practical but also full of heart and soul. Many blessings to all who were involved.
Thank you, Mattias, for this wonderful documentary. So much to learn from this! Such deep insights and amazing visuals! The relationship and mentorship between Daniel, Leif and Isabell is more than inspiring. It touches the heart! Now I'm a new subcriber!
I just subscribed to your channel. I am an American who moved to France 10 years ago and I am seeing more and more of traditions - especially those involving natural processes such as planting, farming, and herding like here, are in so much danger because of politicians and others in power destroying the earth...what can be done....I hope this young man raises a family of his own or is able, one day, to find more young people to keep this tradition going. Thank you so much for your work and I wish you so much more success with this project to share what is happening in our world. I can not join your Patreon at the moment due to serious financial problems I am faced with but I will share your videos on social media and hope that will inspire others to be able to help you. xxx
Wow beautiful story! Your films are amazing! Preserving the sami culture in nowadays time is so precious and valuable!❤i just returned home from my recent sweden vacation. Would be awesome to meet you guys and have a Tika chat together! Warm regards from Germany
Having grown up in suburbia, I have slowly come to appreciate the people that are tied to the land. Or the ocean too. But to the City, I am not tied by any feeling of belonging. Just being in a bustling city with things to do and places to go to and money to be made and nice things to have. It's just a bit artificial. Don't you think?
Does the herd belong to him? Or does he belong to the herd? For that matter, does the deer belong in the forest? And the snow? And so does he. He's just another member of the herd. He lives their life too, the life in the snow and the woods.
Does he need someone to help him with his cooking and domestic tasks? It's my dream to live in a cold atmosphere with a rugged man and being close to nature. 😅😉. Also, the film is beautiful: thank you making this and sharing with the world.
Not that I'm in any way saying she's doing the cooking and domestic tasks, I'm sure they're sharing those duties. She's actually a reindeer herder too from what I understand.
Are they giving their life and livelihood to him? Or is he giving them the son that they didn't have? He is also giving them and their legacy his own life. It's not like he will sell the place or just be a weekend herder. No. He's ready for it the life. Sometimes we just have to be sure of a thing and then ask. It seems that in this world a lot can be possible, but we have to choose wisely and then ask sincerely. And then it's funny how our wished seem to be granted.
![Three Days with the Sámi Reindeer People [Swedish Lapland]](/img/n.gif)
This film is part of a collaboration between three independent filmmakers: Reflections of Life, Campfire Stories and Happen Films. The films of this series explore how small acts of love and kindness have the potential to ripple out and change the world, touching hearts and minds in ways that we could never begin to imagine.
We'll be sharing a total of 12 short films, from across five continents - releasing one per month for the whole year of 2024 - four from each filmmaker. Watch all of the films here: th-cam.com/play/PLye1JIzaiQ6rKe40SkcSWqoC_sn4v_vIY.html
Follow us on TH-cam:
Reflections of Life - www.youtube.com/@ReflectionsofLife
Campfire Stories - www.youtube.com/@campfire-stories
Happen Films - www.youtube.com/@happenfilms
If you'd like to support us:
Reflections of Life - www.patreon.com/reflectionsoflife
Campfire Stories - www.patreon.com/mattiasolsson
Happen Films - www.patreon.com/happenfilms
Thank you so much!
What a blessing that this young man made known his desire to herd reindeer, and this lovely couple gave him the means and opportunity! The other threads woven throughout, of his father working to preserve the Sámi language, the encroachment of the timber companies, and the timeline of the lichen growth, all enrich this amazing story. Thank you for sharing this gift with us.
@@gabrieleortiz5041 thank you so much for your thoughtful comment.
Incredible - in every single way! The visuals are captivating, the narrative is heart warming, the message incredibly inspiring. Mattias - you can be SUPER proud of this beautiful story that took our breath away. Justine and Michael (Reflections of Life).
I love you guys too!!!!!!
"And they say it's better to give with a warm hand than a cold one..."what a beautiful and wise sentiment. Something Leif and Isabell are doing for Daniel, and something Mattias is doing for all of us. Thank you so much Mattias for bringing such love, joy, beauty and wisdom into our lives with all of your films.
And this film is a gift to us all. Thank you. It is beautiful, moving, and a thread of hope to hold on to that this way of life might continue.
Gracefully thanks. 💎🌱🪴🌲✨🫶💖🙏
sooo beautiful and important! thank you
I was recently introduced to this channel and I'm blown away with all the beautiful, thoughtful and important videos here ❤️ Keep it up!
Thank you so much! Lots of love!
Really a beautiful and also thought-provoking story, thank you for sharing. The filming and the drone footage are stunning. Well done! 😀
Thank you very much! Credit for the drone footage belongs to the eminent Carl-Johan Utsi.
WoW! That’s Brilliantly Awesome! I Loved it! 🫶🏻🤩❤️✨
Greetings from Northern California USA.
Absolutely a wonderful documentary.
So many cultures and tradition dying out.
THIS one must be preserved for sure❤
Such a beautiful story.💖
Thankyou Mattias
Bravo
❤
Watched it on your site but came here to boost it socially. That was tremendous; thanks. The narrative arc was unexpected, from whistful, almost naïve change in life circumstances to social, ethnic and environmental commentary. Beautifully crafted filmmaking.
Yes, the machine marches through the popularly imagined Scandutopia too.
Beautiful comment. Thank you!
Scandutopia is a great term. My daughter completed YIP in Jarna this year and we visited her there from the UK. Things might not be as perfect as people in the wider world perceive but the rest of the planet is SO poorly managed that you still have something to hold on to, to celebrate and to build on.
Yeah, that's so true, and seeing the 3 folk in the film, living beautiful, wilder lives, shows that nevertheless those outsiders' views have some truths in them.
Tak så mycket, eller hui ollu giitu!
Dziękuję bardzo. Nasze tradycji europejskie są ważne i ładne ❤
Love this film so much, Mattias. So beautifully told and visually gorgeous. Someone's commented below that the film itself is a gift and truly it is.
Gracias por lo que hacéis ❤
Saludos desde España
Aquí otra!!!!!
I've seen a couple and have to say you make very good, soulful films. I'm really happy I've found them.
Beautiful video. Congratulations guys!. This is such a delightful channel to watch.❤
Love this film so much
Beautiful film. What hardy folks to continue on such a lifestyle and tradition and to want to ensure that a long-time tradition continues for another generation. Stories like this give me some hope in humanity. Thank you to everyone involved for sharing this with the world. PS- it would be wonderful to see a follow-up in the next 5-10 years to see how this all worked out.
Thank you. I'll see what I can do about following up. Might be a really good idea!
Hermosa historia. Admirable el interés del joven por ser pastor de renos y enternecedora la generosidad de ese matrimonio. Un documental etnográfico muy interesante.
Such a lovely n delightfull clip.keep it up guys
Amazing ❤
I can't say what I love most..The scenery, the photographic view or the story ? So Real So touching. Keep Creating these are marvelous Stories !Congratulations from Greece. With respect, your new friend Lemonia.
Thank you so much Lemonia. And what a lovely name, if I may say so.
So fantastic ❤
@@higewanko Thank you so much!
Incredible story. So amazing. Thank you so much. ❤
It is a beautiful world! Thank you for making this film.
Wonderful
These are important stories. Much more important than most of what's out there (on TH-cam, online, on screen). I'm a discerning spender (I paid a whop for Masterclass for a year but not a cent to Spotify ever because its freemium blasts me with ads all the time). This is second campfire doccie (first one was once upon a forest), and it will be my first patreon subscription. More, please!
Thank you so much! I love you too!
Beautiful thank you 🙏🤍🪷🙏🤍🪷🙏🤍🪷
That was so good ! Thankyou.
Wonderful film! Thank you.
Wonderful film. Thank you
Absolutely beautiful!!
Fantastiskt -vilken gåva!❤. Isabell var min studiekamrat på läkarutbildningen i Göteborg på 90-talet. Jag var på hennes och Leifs bröllop. Var även där ytterligare en gång någon sommar efter. Har ingen kontakt idag men minns dom som varma äkta människor. Sett filmen flera gånger nu och en riktig feelgookänsla blir det varje gång.
This was a beautiful documentary, very moving for me. The fact that these people found each other so that a beautiful legacy could be passed on. And the young man who received this legacy could live his dream using the language that embraces and expands upon it. Their exchange is both practical but also full of heart and soul. Many blessings to all who were involved.
Thank you so much!
Thank you, Mattias, for this wonderful documentary. So much to learn from this! Such deep insights and amazing visuals!
The relationship and mentorship between Daniel, Leif and Isabell is more than inspiring. It touches the heart!
Now I'm a new subcriber!
Thank you ❤
Beautiful. ❤ Thank you so much. 🙏
Stunning, generous, caring
I just subscribed to your channel. I am an American who moved to France 10 years ago and I am seeing more and more of traditions - especially those involving natural processes such as planting, farming, and herding like here, are in so much danger because of politicians and others in power destroying the earth...what can be done....I hope this young man raises a family of his own or is able, one day, to find more young people to keep this tradition going. Thank you so much for your work and I wish you so much more success with this project to share what is happening in our world. I can not join your Patreon at the moment due to serious financial problems I am faced with but I will share your videos on social media and hope that will inspire others to be able to help you. xxx
Thank you so much for your words of encouragement!
@@campfire-stories you're very welcome :)
Wow beautiful story! Your films are amazing! Preserving the sami culture in nowadays time is so precious and valuable!❤i just returned home from my recent sweden vacation. Would be awesome to meet you guys and have a Tika chat together! Warm regards from Germany
Do you mean "fika"? Thanks for your beautiful comment! Love, Mattias.
@@campfire-stories Hi Mattias thank you! Oh yes sry i mean the swedish Fika 😍👌love your channel! See you and hugs, Alex
Having grown up in suburbia, I have slowly come to appreciate the people that are tied to the land. Or the ocean too. But to the City, I am not tied by any feeling of belonging. Just being in a bustling city with things to do and places to go to and money to be made and nice things to have. It's just a bit artificial.
Don't you think?
Does the herd belong to him? Or does he belong to the herd?
For that matter, does the deer belong in the forest? And the snow? And so does he. He's just another member of the herd. He lives their life too, the life in the snow and the woods.
Nu längtar jag hem 🥲
Another amazing video thank you so much. Is it possible to get in touch with Daniel?
Try him on FB: facebook.com/daniel.barruk/
Beautif❤
لقد كان هذا ملهم جدا ❤
Does he need someone to help him with his cooking and domestic tasks? It's my dream to live in a cold atmosphere with a rugged man and being close to nature. 😅😉. Also, the film is beautiful: thank you making this and sharing with the world.
@@elleh3495 Hahaha! Well, he's married so maybe his wife would 't be thrilled if you moved in :)
Not that I'm in any way saying she's doing the cooking and domestic tasks, I'm sure they're sharing those duties. She's actually a reindeer herder too from what I understand.
Wow
Oba finja filbma. Lihkku barguin vidasit danel ja leifa
Are they giving their life and livelihood to him?
Or is he giving them the son that they didn't have?
He is also giving them and their legacy his own life. It's not like he will sell the place or just be a weekend herder. No. He's ready for it the life.
Sometimes we just have to be sure of a thing and then ask. It seems that in this world a lot can be possible, but we have to choose wisely and then ask sincerely. And then it's funny how our wished seem to be granted.
Industrial logging isnt sustainable