Without looking back, he turns his back on his former life and moves to a small apartment in Reykjavik. He doesn’t feel at home in the city, but when he meets his equally lonely 10-year-old neighbor Ari, it marks the beginning of a special, life-changing friendship.
Solitude is a captivating drama about loneliness, compassion, and the power of unexpected friendships. With subtlety, director Ninna Pálmadóttir tells a coming-of-age story that transcends age boundaries and shows how important human connection can be. Her humane perspective is reflected in the way she contrasts the beautiful Icelandic landscape with urgent themes such as urbanization and migration. Solitude premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, where this feature debut was warmly received.