In a snowy forest hut, a widow lives with four already grown daughters. They all long for love and closeness. The strong Catholic faith and eternal mourning turned their lives into slavery by strict rules and chastity. But the solid foundations of their existence are destroyed by mysterious deer.
"The filming process was like a dream come true. It has been and still is amazing to see how my story turns into reality. During the filming, we experienced many mystical moments when we, the entire filming team, became spectators and watched what was happening in front of the camera, holding the breath, ”said director Sonja Wyss.
Jury comment of the jury of the Dutch Film Festival: “When a lot is said to a fairy tale, a little is said to a fairy tale much more. Many tools can be used to create the illusion of silence, but sound is the most important thing. "Winter Silence" is a combination of silence and form and creates that poetic cinematic experience. It's shocking. "
"Some people say that it would be better if dreams remained dreams and did not become a reality. I disagree with that, ”says director Sonja Wyss.
