PARADISE IS BURNING: Golden Lion Winner Mika Gustafson on Her Breakout Film | Inside the Arthouse

Inside the Arthouse: Mika Gustafson & Alexander Öhrstrand on PARADISE IS BURNING – Winner of the Venice Golden Lion

Now playing in select theaters across the U.S., PARADISE IS BURNING is one of the most talked-about international films of the year. In this episode of Inside the Arthouse, hosts Greg Laemmle and Raphael Sbarge sit down with director Mika Gustafson and screenwriter Alexander Öhrstrand to discuss their powerful, award-winning film.

Winner of the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival, PARADISE IS BURNING is a gripping portrait of three young sisters trying to survive in a world where adults have all but disappeared. With raw performances, emotional intensity, and stunning cinematography, the film is earning rave reviews and expanding its U.S. theatrical run.

In this exclusive interview, Gustafson and Öhrstrand share how the project came together, why they cast non-professional actors, and what they hope audiences in the U.S. take away from this unforgettable coming-of-age story.

🎧 Stream this episode now and discover why PARADISE IS BURNING is a must-see for fans of bold, international cinema—only on Inside the Arthouse.

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