Tampere Film Festival Begins

Tonight was the opening party for the 42nd Tampere Film Festival, which will continue to host international and national films until March 11th. Uz, Flo, Shiz and I had some interesting encounters and conversations with people involved in documentary and with the festival. The live band was awesome, and I'll link them up as soon as I figure out who they are. The last song was done in Sami style, using earthy, unfamiliar (to me) noises.

This weekend is looking a lot busier since I just found out I have a position as a festival volunteer. I'm so so so so so excited. Also a bit anxious. Lots of things on my mind. One Finnish dancer that we met felt my back and said that I was tense.

My cheesy response to why I stress out is: I feel the weight of the world on my shoulders. Maybe I associate a relaxed attitude with idleness and apathy. Just as many good documentaries have tension, I see my tension as leading to improvement or some kind of resolution. Of course, if I had the choice, everyone would be content and at ease and satisfied all the time. But anyway... I guess I can focus on getting there myself.