Mika Kaurismäki is a Finnish director, screenwriter, and producer. His versatile career spans both national and international productions and has made him a leading figure in Nordic cinema. Ingvar Þórðarson is an Icelandic producer and director who has produced more than 50 feature films, TV series, and documentaries. His internationally acclaimed work includes Unknown Soldier, Tom of Finland, The Grump, and 101 Reykjavík, earning awards at TIFF, Cannes, and beyond. Ragnar Axelsson has documented the people, wildlife, and landscapes of the Arctic for over 40 years. His striking black-and-white work explores life on the front line of climate change and has appeared in National Geographic, TIME, LIFE, and major exhibitions worldwide.