DRAMA
We want to bring something of value to the world.
Our films have been shown in over 75 international film festivals around the globe including acclaimed Tribeca Festival, Vancouver, Cinequest and Leuven.
Our music videos for many high profile Finnish and international acts now count millions of views online.
bright white light
Animated Documentary Short
Bright White Light is a short animated documentary exploring near-death experiences through five culturally diverse narratives, using real audio recordings.
Through experimental visuals, it guides viewers on a transcendent voyage beyond mortality, unveiling how these experiences profoundly impact the essence of life, blurring the boundaries between existence and the mysteries of the afterlife.
Website: silentpaprikafilms.com/brightwhitelight
Featured in MovieMaker Magazine
Written and Directed by Henna Välkky and Eesu Lehtola
Verdict 30.001:
The Cookies
(2020)
Päätös n:o 30001 - Short Fiction
The average adult makes around 35 000 remotely conscious decisions each day. Each decision carries certain consequences - both good and bad. Even if it’s just about a box of cookies.
Written and Directed by Henna Välkky and Samuel Häkkinen
We Are in a Dream (2018)
Me olemme unessa - Animated Documentary Short
There is a line of men chasing us through a city where we can’t run. The escape is grueling, our feet are wet and we drown deeper. We are not afraid, we have seen this before. This film is based on personal recordings of people narrating their own recurring dreams.
Featured in Director's Notes & Motionographer
Written and Directed by Henna Välkky and Eesu Lehtola
Kasper:
Taas Tuntemaan
(2019)
Music Video
The lyrics are about songs never written, so that birthed the idea of scenes from films that will never be made. These characters of non existing films gather for a secret meeting from their authors.
Written & Directed by Samuel Häkkinen
ERika sirola:
all in my head
(2022)
Music Video (Alternative version)
Shot on 6 different cheapo cameras for that authentic crunchy lofi aesthetic in Pasila, Helsinki during the snowiest & chilliest days of 2020
Written & Directed by Henna Välkky and Samuel Häkkinen
SMOC:
MAGIC
(2019)
Music Video
There is an old saying in the film business: never work with children or animals. Well, we don’t see the problem.
Written & Directed by Henna Välkky
OLPEKKALEV
Music Videos
These companion pieces were shot during our travels over several years and continents - in the videos are glimpses from Italy, Morocco, USA, Russia, Japan, Mongolia, West Sahara and China.
Written and Directed by Henna Välkky and Samuel Häkkinen
