Golden Fish

This film was part of the project “Souvenirs”, which involved artist groups from the Scandinavian region. “Eva Brownies” introduced the Finnish culture in a pavilion, which was located in the middle of Svolvaær. They offered traditional rye bread snacks with herring cream topping and some beverages. Finnish music hits were played, luring the passing by locals to take part in prepared burning barrel. The flaming oil barrel connects the Finnish heritage with the Norwegian oil production. Using the local help and resources, the Finns were able to start nice fire and everyone was making their offering to the “Norse Gods”. Wishes were cast and ritualistically burned.