Sal-Saller: This Is What Makes Us Alive

  • Genre: Documentary
  • Run time: 68 min
  • Premiere: 2025. March 7.

“Sal-Saller: This Is What Makes Us Alive” dives into the personal and creative journey of Hendrik Sal-Saller, the iconic frontman of Smilers. Through rare archival footage, candid interviews, and behind-the-scenes stories, the film paints a heartfelt portrait of a man whose music has united generations. From his early struggles in Finland to the height of Smilers’ fame, the documentary explores the highs, lows, and unwavering dedication of a true cultural legend. Featuring intimate insights into his personal life and creative process, this is a story not just about music but about the resilience of the human spirit.

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Art

Helmi Arrak

Graphic Designer

Camera

Taavi Arus

Director of Photography

Madis Ligema

Director of Photography

Mikko Saira

Director of Photography

Hendrik Sal-Saller

Director of Photography

Crew

Margus Õunapuu

Translator

Directing

Madis Ligema

Director

Editing

Rasmus Lill

Editor

Taavi Arus

Color Grading

Production

Madis Ligema

Producer

Sound

Indrek Soe

Sound Designer

Art

Helmi Arrak

Graphic Designer

Camera

Taavi Arus

Director of Photography

Madis Ligema

Director of Photography

Mikko Saira

Director of Photography

Hendrik Sal-Saller

Director of Photography

Crew

Margus Õunapuu

Translator

Directing

Madis Ligema

Director

Editing

Rasmus Lill

Editor

Taavi Arus

Color Grading

Production

Madis Ligema

Producer

Sound

Indrek Soe

Sound Designer