Sweet, Sweet Life

by Nooa Ruuth

Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, Finland

Synopsis

The uncertain Tiina longs for acceptance in a world filled with love. While listening to a romantic self-help podcast in the park, Tiina escapes her feelings by eating her favorite candies. When the cuddling couple nearby becomes too much for her, her beloved heart candies run out, and the glaringly saccharine world is no longer kept at bay by her headphones. Tiina embarks on a journey where she encounters much more than just an empty candy bag.

Director's biography

Nooa Ruuth is a 24-year-old screenwriting student at Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, majoring in Film and TV. Ruuth was accepted into the program in the spring 2022 joint application process. With a background in journalism, Ruuth developed an interest in fiction storytelling at a young age, particularly falling in love with movies through the video rental store Makuuni. After high school, however, Ruuth decided to pursue journalism, following another passion: sports.

Ruuth continues to write about Formula 1 alongside studies. At Metropolia, Ruuth has been able to realize a true dream by engaging in storytelling through fiction productions. In addition to screenwriting, Ruuth has directed four different projects.

Ruuth's passion for storytelling is not limited to films or TV drama: Ruuth is also interested in literature, audio works, and video games.

Credits

Director: Nooa Ruuth

Screenplay: Aron Luokkala

Cinematography: Ksenia Onoprienko

Editing: Jere Ovaskainen

Producer: Jenni Hätönen

Specifications

Original title: Mun Makuun

Running time: 07'

Film type: Fiction

Country: Finland

Completion date: April 2024