Adapted from a novel by the late Finnish author Timo Mukka, this straightforward narrative explores the consequences when Milka (Irma Huntus), a young girl on the brink of adulthood, becomes pregnant by Ojanen (Matti Turunen), a simple farmhand. Milka’s mother had aspirations of marrying Ojanen herself, and her daughter’s unexpected pregnancy upends their lives. Set against the stunning backdrop of Finland’s northern Lapland, the film captures the breathtaking yet isolated landscape. The sense of natural seclusion is emphasized through slow-paced dialogue punctuated by extended silences, highlighting the bond between nature and conversation as young Milka recites poetry amidst the countryside. Ultimately, the future of Milka and her mother hinges on the choice Ojanen makes in the end.