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THE GAMER — Finland 2022 — Directed by: Petri Lukkainen, Jesse Jokinen — 80 min — Spoken language: Finnish — Subtitles: English — Production Company: napafilms — Producers: Liisa Karpo, Marianne Mäkelä

Bona’s shot at becoming a professional esports player takes an unexpected turn when sports psychologist Mia guides him through the pressures on and off the server.

Bona, a gifted CS:GO player with a lifelong dream of entering the world of professional esports, is now under contract — yet every time he nears success, the mental pressure breaks him, leaving him stuck in second place. Seeking help, he turns to Mia, a renowned esports psychologist, whose mentorship pushes him toward self-discovery and emotional resilience.

When an old rival suddenly returns and threatens to take his spot on the team, Bona is forced to confront inner conflicts, overwhelming expectations, and the limits of his talent. As his contract nears its end, he must find the balance between competition, self-worth, and ambition before the game decides his fate.

Festivals & Awards

DocPoint 2024 – Jury Special Mention Award (National Competition)

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