Lauréats 2026

Compétition : Compétition DOCU
Catégorie : Préservation de la biodiversité
Pays : Switzerland

Commanditaire : Stay Wild Studio
Producteur : Stay Wild Studio
Réalisateur : Chris Schmid
Durée : 00:52:31

Résumé

MUSKOX ventures deep into the heart of the Arctic-one of the planet's most extreme environments-to capture the timeless struggle of the musk oxen, rugged and majestic survivors of the Ice Age. Filmed over several years, the documentary follows the herd through the brutal rhythm of the seasons, revealing a world of endurance, fragility, and adaptation. Narrated by acclaimed British actress Daisy Head (The Gray House, Shadow and Bone, The Sandman), the film combines breathtaking imagery and an evocative score by Christian Heschl to explore the resilience of life at the top of the world. Directed by Chris Schmid, MUSKOX is both a tribute and a warning-a cinematic reflection on strength, legacy, and the unseen forces shaping our planet's most remote wild places.

Objectif

MUSKOX aims to immerse audiences in the fragile and rapidly changing Arctic, revealing the resilience of a species that has survived since the Ice Age, yet now faces growing environmental pressures. Through cinematic, character-driven storytelling, the film highlights the delicate balance that sustains life in extreme ecosystems, and how this balance is increasingly threatened by climate change and human activity. By focusing on the muskox — a lesser-known but emblematic Arctic species — it draws attention to the wider challenges facing biodiversity in polar regions. The film seeks to create an emotional connection between viewers and the natural world, encouraging reflection on our role in preserving these vulnerable environments. MUSKOX is intended for a broad international audience, including festival viewers, nature documentary enthusiasts, and audiences engaged with environmental issues.