Göteborg Film Festival: Maria Sødahl’s ‘The Last Resort’ Wins Best Nordic Film

Maria Sødahl’s film "The Last Resort" has been awarded the Dragon Award for Best Nordic Film at the 2026 Göteborg Film Festival. This prestigious award comes with a prize sum of SEK 400,000, which is equivalent to over $40,000. The Göteborg Film Festival is known for its significant recognition of Nordic cinema, and this award is considered one of the largest film prizes globally. The jury for the award included notable figures such as head juror Joshua Oppenheimer, a director from the U.S. and Denmark, alongside members Fabrice Aragno, a cinematographer and director from Switzerland, Lia Boysen, an actor from Sweden, and Sanna Lenken, a director and screenwriter from Sweden. The jury praised "The Last Resort" for its pitch-perfect performances and a razor-sharp script, highlighting the film's quality and impact. The Göteborg Film Festival is an important event in the film industry, showcasing a variety of films and talents from the Nordic region. Winning the Dragon Award not only provides financial support but also elevates the visibility of the film and its creators within the international film community. "The Last Resort" stands out as a significant achievement for Sødahl and contributes to the ongoing recognition of Nordic cinema on the global stage.