19. FGA: I have a river in my blood

World-class extreme kayaker, two-time world champion and mother of two Mariann Sæther is constantly on the lookout for adventure.

She has been canoeing since the age of fifteen and has canoed more than 50 countries. A life crisis shook her confidence and forced her to reevaluate her priorities, and after overcoming it, she decided on the biggest sporting challenge — overcoming the famous Aldeyjarfoss waterfall in Iceland, which is considered one of the most spectacular achievements in extreme canoeing. As the river becomes increasingly dangerous, the tension between ambition and responsibility grows, forcing us to reflect on what it really means to strive for greatness — both in the life of an athlete and a parent. The harsh landscapes of Iceland become a witness to human determination and courage, and the heroine of the film inspires thoughts about the balance between passion and family.