Finland | 15 min | 2026 | Finnish
When Caenis sees Caeneus on a punk stage, they know they want his body. Desire, envy and pain intertwine as Caenis obsessively hunts for Caeneus – and their true self.
Caeneus premiered at UPPSALA SHORT FILM FESTIVAL 2026, in the International Competition.
Director August Joensalo
Based on Metsästys, a play by Aarni Pieski
Screenwriters August Joensalo, Aarni Pieski
Cinematographer Aku Koskinen
Production designer Ella Aurora Snellman
Costume designer Ella Aurora Snellman
Make-up designer Noora-Maria Riitijoki
Editor Ada Pajari
Sound designer Heta-Maria Pyhäjärvi
Music Jästinfektion
Producer Emilia Haukka
Festival distribution Raina Films
