Match in a Haystack
Mark, a former Silicon Valley engineer, sells all his possessions and buys a one-way ticket to a small Norwegian town with no internet. Documentary filmmaker Anna Petrova chronicles his attempt to find meaning in an age of digital overload. The 2025 film explores not just a personal story of hermetic living, but the global phenomenon of digital detox. The camera follows Mark into his new reality: chopping wood, fishing, reading paper books, and long conversations with locals who have never used a smartphone. This documentary journey questions the very idea of progress and makes one reconsider the value of simple things.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2025 |
| Country | United States of America, Ukraine |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Director | Joe Hill |
| Runtime | 85 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 10.0/10 (1 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
Director Anna Petrova works in an observational style, eschewing voiceover narration and letting the frame speak for itself. She employs long takes that capture routine and silence, creating a palpable sense of presence.
Those who appreciate slow cinema will find a resonant, contemplative experience here. What lingers is a complex feeling—somewhere between envy for simplicity and a fear of isolation. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Joe Hill
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On a quiet Sunday afternoon at a countryside cabin, when you can put the phone away and just watch the world outside.
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