Stormskerry Maja (Swedish: Stormskärs Maja; Finnish: Myrskyluodon Maija) is a 2024 Swedish-language Finnish historical drama film directed by Tiina Lymi. Based on the five-volume book series by Anni Blomqvist, the film, set in the Åland archipelago, tells the story of Maja, who with her husband Janne faces life's challenges and adversities on a remote island in the 19th century. Amanda Jansson and Linus Troedsson star in the main roles. The film premiered in Finland on 19 January 2024. The film has been selected for the Gothenburg (GFF) and Rotterdam (IFFR) film festivals.

Plot summary

Young 17-year-old Maja (Amanda Jansson) gets married against her will to fisherman Janne (Linus Troedsson). Her life on the island of Stormskerry (Stormskär) is full of challenges and adversities: as a fisherman's wife, she has to cope with her husband's long absences at sea and take care of her family alone. However, Maja has grown into a strong-willed and independent woman, who is not afraid to tackle the barren archipelago. Maja and Janne have a strong connection, and a love that has deepened over time as they face many challenges and upheavals, such as the Åland War, along the way. Janne supports his wife's efforts and understands that the strength of the family comes from joint efforts.

Cast

Accolades

See also

List of Finnish films of the 2020s

References

External links

Stormskerry Maja at IMDb Stormskerry Maja at Rotten Tomatoes