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[[File:Linda-Maria-Saar-FUFF-2020.jpg|thumb]]  The database [https://sufa.ee/ sufa.ee] (*Soome-Ugri Filmiandmebaas*) was created by the '''FUFF''' ([http://Finno-Ugric%20Film%20Foundation Finno-Ugric Film Forum]) NGO. Its primary purpose is to compile comprehensive information on Finno-Ugric films, including details about their production, such as the creators, release dates, and availability. The initiative aims to facilitate the discovery and accessibility of these films on the internet. The creation of the database serves to preserve and promote the rich cultural heritage of Finno-Ugric cinema.  
[[File:Linda-Maria-Saar-FUFF-2020.jpg|thumb]]  Developed by the Finno-Ugric Film Forum https://fuff.ee/, the [https://sufa.ee/ Soome-Ugri Filmiandmebaas] is a dedicated platform for documenting films in Finno-Ugric languages, often created by Finno-Ugric filmmakers and exploring themes central to their cultures. The database compiles production details, creator credits, release information, and viewing options, making it an essential tool for researchers, filmmakers, and enthusiasts alike. It reflects a deep commitment to preserving and promoting the unique cinematic heritage of Finno-Ugric communities.


The platform is designed for researchers, filmmakers, and enthusiasts who are interested in this unique segment of film history. By centralizing information, the database aims to enhance visibility and foster the appreciation of Finno-Ugric films. The initiative reflects a commitment to cultural preservation and accessibility in the digital age. Through this endeavor, '''FUFF''' contributes to the broader cultural discourse surrounding minority cinemas. Overall, [https://sufa.ee/ sufa.ee] is a valuable tool for celebrating and documenting the legacy of Finno-Ugric films.
The Finno-Ugric Dataspace contributes to the enrichment of this resource by translating the original web-based relational database into a structured, semantic graph. This ongoing process—led by curators Daniel Antal and Anna Márta Mester—aims to improve searchability, multilingual access, and integration with broader cultural datasets. [[Item:Q4054|Browse the collection →]]


A database of Finno-Ugric films: the films are in Finno-Ugric languages, mostly feature themes related to the Finno-Ugric minority and are made mostly by Finno-Ugric creators.
==== Feature films ====
* [[Item:Q4079|Celestial Wives of the Meadow Mari]]: A Russian drama directed by Aleksei Fedorchenko, filmed in the Mari language and inspired by traditional folklore (2012).


The Finno-Ugric Dataspace is committed to improving and enriching this database and its collection. The enriched collection is currently curated by Daniel Antal and Anna Márta Mester. The translation of the original web-based relational database to a semantic graph is ongoing.
==== Documentaries ====
[[Item:Q4108|Browse the documentary collection →]]


==== Entry Point ====
* [[Item:Q4088|The Land of Love]]: A Nenets-language documentary by Liivo Niglas (2014).
* [[Item:Q4101|Tõnis Day in Setumaal]]: An Estonian language television documentary by Maie Maasikas (1993).


In the database, the collection page is [[Item:Q4054|Finno-Ugric Film Database]]
==== Short films ====
[[Item:Q4109|Browse the short film collection →]]


==== Sample ====
* [[Item:Q4096|The Afflicted Animal]]: A Northern Sámi short film by Egil Pedersen (2016).
* [[Item:Q4100|To Speak is to Resist]]: A Komi-language short film by Taawetti Erkinpoika Myrskyvalkea (2024).


* [[Item:Q4079|Celestial Wives of the Meadow Mari]]
==== Newsreels & Archives ====
* [[Item:Q4088|The Land of Love]]
[[Item:Q4106|Browse the audiovisual archive collection →]]
* [[Item:Q4096|The Afflicted Animal]]
* [[Item:Q4100|To Speak is to Resist]]

Latest revision as of 16:26, 20 April 2025

Developed by the Finno-Ugric Film Forum https://fuff.ee/, the Soome-Ugri Filmiandmebaas is a dedicated platform for documenting films in Finno-Ugric languages, often created by Finno-Ugric filmmakers and exploring themes central to their cultures. The database compiles production details, creator credits, release information, and viewing options, making it an essential tool for researchers, filmmakers, and enthusiasts alike. It reflects a deep commitment to preserving and promoting the unique cinematic heritage of Finno-Ugric communities.

The Finno-Ugric Dataspace contributes to the enrichment of this resource by translating the original web-based relational database into a structured, semantic graph. This ongoing process—led by curators Daniel Antal and Anna Márta Mester—aims to improve searchability, multilingual access, and integration with broader cultural datasets. Browse the collection →

Feature films

Documentaries

Browse the documentary collection →

Short films

Browse the short film collection →

Newsreels & Archives

Browse the audiovisual archive collection →

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