The Baltic Film, Media and Arts School (BFM) of Tallinn University stands as one of the leading institutions in Northern Europe for education in film, media, and the arts. With a vibrant international community, BFM offers a dynamic environment for students to unleash their creative potential and develop cutting-edge skills for a rapidly evolving industry.
BFM provides a wide range of bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs, covering disciplines such as filmmaking, crossmedia production, journalism, and audiovisual arts. These programs combine rigorous academic theory with practical hands-on training, ensuring that students are equipped to meet the challenges of modern media and creative industries.
The school boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including film studios, sound stages, and post-production suites, enabling students to bring their creative visions to life. Faculty members, who are industry professionals and accomplished scholars, guide students through an individualized approach, nurturing their talents and encouraging them to explore innovative storytelling techniques.
BFM’s commitment to global engagement is reflected in its diverse student body and numerous international collaborations. The school’s graduates regularly achieve recognition at prestigious film festivals, media platforms, and creative industry events worldwide.
TURDY AND THE OLD FART (JUNNU JA VANAPEER)
Estonia, 2024, 4:18 min
Synopsis: Turdy and the Old Fart tells a story about a young boy’s journey into the wide world, accompanied by his grandfather. Oh, and it takes place inside the gut.
Director: Rauno Laikjõe
Cinematographer: Erik Kiviselg
Editor: Laura Tiidrus
Sound: Villem Richard Eplik
Music: Villem Richard Eplik
Animation: Marleen Eino, Villem Richard Eplik, Laura Tiidrus, Nora Tuisk, Mirell Talbre, Rauno Laikjõe, Erik Kiviselg
Producer: Uku Pärtel Rand
Cast: Villem Richard Eplik, Andres Ots, Hans Kristian Õis
THIRD WHEEL (KOLMAS RATAS)
Estonia, 2024, 8:07 min
Synopsis: Jaagup is on a date. Everything’s going quite smoothly, but the weather’s getting worse and his date is getting cold. A mutual friend with a car is the last thing he needs. It’s up to Jaagup to win the girl’s heart and get rid of the third wheel.
Director: Rauno Laikjõe
Cinematographer: Erik Kiviselg
Editor: Cristopher Oskar Orav
Sound: Joosep Anton
Music: Joosep Anton and Stefan Ojassoo
Producer: Rea Haljasmäe
Cast: Mattian Nurga, Erling Eding, Triin Brigita Heidov
NOSTALGIA IN RED (NOSTALGIA PUNASES)
Estonia, 2024, 14 min
Synopsis: Two former lovers revisit their past in the vibrant lights and music of Tallinn’s bars. As night slowly turns into dawn, they try to figure out whether something new can be born out of nostalgia.
Director: Carmen-Louise Suuroja
Cinematographer: Villem Sooster
Editor: Aveli Männe
Sound: Gert Svetlanov
Producer: Susanna Räim
MARELLE (MARELLE)
Estonia, 2024, 19 min
Synopsis: Markus lives in the comfort of his idyllic bourgeois life with his wife and six-year-old daughter. When new neighbors move into the house next door, everything seems ordinary at first but the situation takes a toll when the neighbors adopt a miniature pig and give it the same name as Markus’s daughter—Marelle. Markus gives his all to find a solution to this offensive predicament, even when rational options are running out. “Marelle” is a satirical situation comedy that investigates the darker side within a seemingly kind person, which no one is truly immune to.
Director: Kristjan Poom
Cinematographer: Erik Kiviselg
Editor: Cristopher Oskar Orav
Sound: Gert Svetlanov
Music: Villem Rootalu
Producer: Annaliisa Alla
Cast: Rein Pakk, Külli Reinumägi, Lee Trei, Martin Kõiv, Mia Camilla