The Nordic film and television industry is gaining a dedicated platform with the establishment of The Freyas, a new awards ceremony launching in Helsinki on September 22. The event will recognize outstanding creative talent across film and television throughout the five Nordic countries—Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Iceland—while also inviting international industry leaders to participate in the celebration.
The inaugural ceremony comes at a time of heightened global interest in Nordic productions, exemplified by recent international success stories. Held at the prestigious Finlandia Hall, the awards will honor achievements in directing, acting, producing, cinematography, screenwriting, and composition, among other disciplines. The timing of the event coincides with the Finnish Film Affair industry conference, amplifying the occasion’s reach within the region’s creative community.
Founded by professionals including Kirpi Uimonen and Joonas Nurmi, The Freyas aims to spotlight both the artistic works and the creators driving Nordic storytelling forward on the world stage. Rather than remaining static, the awards ceremony is designed as a traveling event, rotating through the Nordic capitals over the coming years. Future editions will take place in Copenhagen in 2027, Stockholm in 2028, Oslo in 2029, and Reykjavik in 2030, ensuring each nation shares in hosting the celebration of regional talent.
Originally reported by Variety →
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