Her Inherent Belonging
An intimate exploration of craft practice as a map to a sense of belonging
By following the lives of Finnish craftswomen from the quiet darkness of Finland’s long winter into the midnight sun of summer, Her Inherent Belonging will transport audiences into the intimacy of their studios and their home forests to explore how their craft connects them to who they are. Thoughtful, cinematic, and rooted in character, Her Inherent Belonging is an ode to the interconnection between people, craft and place – a way of being eloquently embodied in Finland.
The project consists of a 48-minute film, four short profile videos of Finnish craftswomen for exhibition and screenings in both Finland and the United States in late 2026.
Production Status & Contact
As of July 2025, we have completed production and have moved into Post-Production. We are seeking support for Post-Production and Outreach expenses allowing Madison to produce and edit the films to completion as well as for the collaborations with Helsinki-based music composer Aino Juutilainen for an original music score and sound design and Zefferin Llamas for illustrations and animations for the film.
We are also looking for a sales agent, promotional and screening partners and open to collaboration on all fronts. If you are interested in supporting the post-production and circulation of Her Inherent Belonging, please contact Director Madison McClintock.
For a more comprehensive overview of the film and visual treatment please visit the film website .
Associated Members
Madison McClintock, Independent Filmmaker
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