CHEER UP

86 MINUTES | 2016 | CANADA FINLAND | FINNISH | FULL SUBTITLES

• NOMINEE Canadian Screen Award 2018 Best Documentary Program

"In the isolation of the Arctic Circle, Finland's worst cheerleading team is led by Miia, an ambitious coach who's tired of losing. To reverse the team's fortunes, Miia seeks inspiration by visiting the world champions in Texas to soak up their winning ways. Emboldened, her new approach pushes her Ice Queens teenage team to its breaking point.

Director: Christy Garland

Producer: Liisa Juntunen (Napafilms)

Editor: Graeme Ring & Thor Ochsner