Synopsis

Venla is a counselor at an infertility clinic who, through her work, comes to realize that she wants to have a child herself. However, she faces conflict with her boyfriend of 15 years, Antero, who does not share the same desire. This Northern European film reflects on the challenges of adulthood while delivering a warm message that there are places where comfort and solace can be found.

Director

Aleksi Salmenperä

Born in 1973, Aleksi Salmenperä originally studied architecture before switching to film directing at the University of Art and Design Helsinki (UIAH). His short films Trespassing (1998) and Ferry-Go-Round (2001) were screened and awarded at various international film festivals. In 2003, he directed eight episodes of the TV series Road to Eden. Producing Adults marks his feature film debut.