Winner of Sundance 2024, A New Kind of Wilderness explores family, nature and resilience.

Winner of the 2024 Sundance Grand Jury Prize for World Cinema – Documentary, A New Kind of Wilderness is a stunning exploration of a family’s quest to escape the pressures of modern life and reconnect with nature. Maria and Nik, along with their four children, leave behind the chaos of city living for a remote farm in Norway, embracing a lifestyle rooted in self-sufficiency and home-schooling. The children thrive, but when an unexpected life event threatens their dream, the family must confront the possibility of returning to society, and the profound cost of doing so.

Jacobsen’s masterful direction immerses us in the family’s journey, capturing both the beauty and challenges of their unconventional life. As we witness the family’s struggles and triumphs, we are invited to question our own choices and the true cost of modern living. With breathtaking cinematography and deeply human storytelling, A New Kind of Wilderness stands out as one of the most compelling documentaries of the year.