My name is Kristiina Iilane, and I am a documentary filmmaker from Estonia, born and raised on our largest island. I have always been curious about the world and enjoy quietly observing my surroundings. Paying attention to details and changes feels deeply natural to me. As I began exploring both the world around me and the one within, I discovered my calling in documentary filmmaking — capturing life and its moments through the lens of a camera.

The documentary field has so much to offer and to teach, but what I value most is the opportunity to devote time to someone and, through that, receive the gift of experiencing the world through their eyes.

Beyond holding a camera or sitting at the editing desk, I have also been a board member of the Estonian Documentary Guild for the past two years. Since 2023, I have been coordinating and organising Ice and Fire Docs — a creative documentary workshop and collaboration between Estonia and Finland.

Feel free to ask more about my experience and I’m looking forward to meeting you!