Logline
Based on personal memories, “Maie and Mummi” tells the story of time spent with grandparents — moments full of interesting activities that mostly didn’t involve toys or grand entertainment, but which have remained as cherished memories for a lifetime. These experiences gave everyday random objects — from old coins and bills to buttons and cracked eggs — a unique value. The same applies to moments simply spent observing or daydreaming.
Time spent with grandparents is full of fascinating games and activities for a child, giving new and special meaning to ordinary objects — from old coins to buttons and broken eggs.
Synopsis
At the heart of the story there is a Girl who together with a Grandparent plays with objects that were not originally intended for such purpose. In each new scene the Grandparent plays a key role — presenting the object and through their interaction transforming it into something “magical.”
The activities include both familiar items (buttons, jewelry, cacti, etc.) and objects or phenomena that may need introduction to younger generations (an abacus, a rotary phone).
By the end of the story, the details from the various objects and experiences come together to form a long “string of pearls” made up of accumulated memories —echoing the red pearl necklace shown at the beginning of the story.
Director
Kadri-Maria Külaots
Technique
Lamenukk
Year of production
2026 (in development)
Duration
12´
Target audience
Children