“How far can you climb before you lose yourself?”
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.
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Cast
17 people
Simona Väär Director · Helis Hiibus Cinematographer
First release January 27, 2026 · Produced in Estonia · Original title Edu mägi
Production
Kinomaja Filmikool
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Estonia
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Original title
Edu mägi
Original language
Estonian
Spoken on screen
Estonian
Release dates
Estonia · January 27, 2026
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