Uphill

Jan 27, 2026

0h 9m

★ 0.0

How far can you climb before you lose yourself?

Overview

Ambitious Madleen and carefree creative spirit Hugo embark on a symbolic journey up the mountain of success, exposing the tension between societal pressure and self-fulfillment. While Madleen strives to meet society’s expectations and achieve a high-status career, Hugo chooses to move through life at his own pace, guided by creativity rather than external expectations. The film invites the audience to reflect on the choices young adults face in a success-driven society and to question the decisions we make and the values we prioritize in life.

Genres

Drama

Production Companies

Kinomaja Filmikool

Uphill Trailers

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Cast

Madleen

Helena Järg

Hugo

Johannes Thor Urke

Company Executive

Kristo Ukanis

It Specialist

Risto Kappet

Teacher

Merike Adelson Värik

Elderly Man

Hillar Käsper

Best Friend

Lorete Müürsepp

Counselor

Kerli Lina

Mother

Raili Laiv

Grandmother

Marika Raudsoo

Colleague

Kristina Sokol

Colleague

Margarita Källo

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