Uphill
27/01/2026
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.
Movie Information
Helena Järg
as Madleen
Johannes Thor Urke
as Hugo
Kristo Ukanis
as Company Executive
Risto Kappet
as It Specialist
Merike Adelson Värik
as Teacher
Hillar Käsper
as Elderly Man
Lorete Müürsepp
as Best Friend
Kerli Lina
as Counselor
Raili Laiv
as Mother
Marika Raudsoo
as Grandmother
Kristina Sokol
as Colleague
Margarita Källo
as Colleague
Martin Mägi
as Colleague
Joonas Õiesaar
as Colleague
Leonhard Kõuhkna
as Child
Lisell Sildver
as Child
Agnessa Arna
as Child
