Polina Blag

Director, screenwriter

Sweden

Career : 3 years

Polina Blag has established herself in the Swedish film scene with her ability to sensitively depict the complexities of family relationships and the inner struggles of adolescents. Her films, such as “Inte redo” (2023) and “Ogiltig frånvaro” (2022), address themes such as unjustified absence and emotional preparation for life’s challenges.

With “A Moment You Will Remember” (2024), she continues to explore these themes, highlighting the fragility of family bonds and the search for mutual understanding.

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Biography

Polina Blag is a Swedish director known for her short films such as “Inte redo” (2023) and “Ogiltig frånvaro” (2022). Her work is characterized by a profound exploration of human relationships and the challenges facing young people in modern society.

Originally from Baikonur, Kazakhstan, she studied journalism in Moscow before moving to Sweden ten years ago. She studied visual arts and photography before becoming a director and screenwriter.