www.12questions.ee film clips introduce Estonian identity
"A dozen questions about Estonia" is a joint project of the Estonian Institute and TU Baltic Film and Media School, which introduces Estonia and Estonians through answers inspired by questions, short films, blogs and worksheets created for learning the Estonian language.
"A dozen questions about Estonia" is a joint project of the Estonian Institute and TU Baltic Film and Media School, which introduces Estonia and Estonians through answers inspired by questions, short films, blogs and worksheets created for learning the Estonian language.
In October 2014, an interactive web environment "A dozen questions about Estonia", was created on the basis of a popular print publication that has introduced Estonia to the world for years. In web a dozen humorous short films created by TU Baltic Film and Media School students provide answers to questions ranging from the Estonian geography and nature to our song festivals, history and recreational activities.
"A dozen questions about Estonia" web
Making of "A dozen questions about Estonia".
Answers to the following questions are given on the webpage:
Turn on English subtitles while watching the videos!
Do polar bears live in Estonia?
Does it rain iron in Estonia?
Do all Estonians know one another?
Does Estonia have a King?
Why are the Estonians called a singing nation?
Do Estonians ever speak?
What brings bread to the table in Estonia?
Where do Estonians vanish on Midsummer´s Eve?
What does an Estonian do at weekends?
Testimonials
Katrin Saks The project provided an excellent opportunity for the students to answers important questions- “Who are we?“ and “Where do we come from?“- using the film language. |
Karlo Funk The result is interesting, because it outlines the young generation´s vision of Estonian identity. The effect of short films is inspiring, not so much illustrative. |
"A dozen questions about Estonia"
“A dozen questions about Estonia” is a joint project of the Baltic Film and Media School and the Estonian Institute. The European Fund for the Integration of Third Country Nationals, Ministry of Culture, and Integration and Migration Foundation "Our people" have supported the project.
Watch the interactive web "A dozen questions about Estonia":
Tex: Krista Must, Fotod: BFM