Finalist
Muskox: Survival in the Arctic
Muskusveis - Ellujäämine Arktikas
In the remote Arctic tundra, one of the harshest environments on Earth, a tightly bonded herd of musk oxen—ancient survivors of the Ice Age—endures a world shaped by cold, hunger, and constant threat. At the limits of survival, they rely on cooperation, memory, and collective defense to withstand predators and the brutal rhythm of the seasons. Filmed over several years, Muskox: Survival in the Arctic offers a deeply immersive portrait of one of the Arctic’s most iconic yet rarely observed animals—bringing to the screen a rare feature-length look at musk oxen in the wild. As the seasons shift, tensions rise within the herd, predators close in, and the long polar night pushes their endurance to the edge. In an increasingly unpredictable world, the balance between survival and loss grows ever more fragile. Narrated by acclaimed British actress Daisy Head and directed by Chris Schmid, Muskox: Survival in the Arctic is a story of resilience—and a powerful reflection on the forces reshaping one of the planet’s last wild ecosystems.
| Director | Chris Schmid |
| Cinematography | Chris Schmid |
| Editing | Chris Schmid |
| Composer | Christian Heschl |
| Producer | Chris Schmid |
| Production Company | Stay Wild Studio |
| Distributor | Off the Fence |
| Original Title | Muskox: Survival in the Arctic |
| Entry Number | 26-5 |
| Country of Production |
Switzerland
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| Year of Production | 2026 |
| Running Time | 52’ |
| Language: | English |
| Subtitles: | Estonian |
