Private Project

A Life in the Shadows

Birgit is a pastor who has always lived a quiet, predictable life, closely following the path laid out by her parents.
But one day, someone from her past unexpectedly shows up during a sermon—someone she once loved—she’s forced to revisit a part of herself she thought was long gone. As buried feelings resurface, Birgit must ask herself: can the past offer strength, or only heartache?

  • Nanna Isabella Hjorslev
    Director
  • Jacob Thomas Pilgaard
    Writer
  • Nanna Isabella Hjorslev
    Writer
  • Stefan Pellegrini
    Writer
  • Nanna Isabella Hjorslev
    Producer
  • Rikke Wölck
    Key Cast
    "Birgit"
  • Linnea Olivia Belfrage
    Key Cast
    "Helena"
  • Sebastian Sørensen
    Key Cast
    "Jonas"
  • Steen Bech
    Editor
  • Kristian Hyldborg
    Coproducer
  • Markus Skytte Christoffersen
    DOP
  • Lars Knudsen
    Sound Designer
  • Alexander Rosborg
    1AD
  • Kristian Hyldborg
    Production Manager
  • Nick Nielsen
    Post Producer
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    Et liv i skygger
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Drama
  • Runtime:
    13 minutes 57 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    August 27, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    7,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Denmark
  • Country of Filming:
    Denmark
  • Language:
    Danish
  • Shooting Format:
    Arri Amira 2K
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
Director Biography - Nanna Isabella Hjorslev

DIRECTOR, PRODUCER:
Nanna Isabella Hjorslev was born on October 1, 2000, in Denmark. She is currently studying Film Production Management at UCL in Svendborg, while also working as a director and producer of short films.

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Director Statement

I want to tell the story of what happens when we are the last one left - about loneliness, loss, and the courage to live fully. This story is personal to me, reflecting both my own experiences with isolation and the impact of losing loved ones. Through Nadja and Birgit, I hope to explore the quiet, human moments that remind us life is fragile, and that we must take chances while we can.

Nanna//