The Last Observers | Patagonia Films

Since 1987, Karin and Lennart watched and recorded the weather every third hour, day and night, seven days a week, every day of the year, from their station by the lighthouse in Falsterbo, Sweden. Earning “a lousy salary, and a fantastic life” they remained steadfast through childbirth, illness and snowstorms-not missing a single observation in 36 years-while thousands of stations around the world fell to automation. Told through the eyes of their daughter Maja, this extraordinary and heartwarming love story shows lasting happiness exists in profound connection with nature and everyday rhythms.
Director Maja K Mikkelsen
Producer Adam Mikkelsen
Executive Producers Monika McClure, Alex Lowther, Julia Schellekens, Jelle Mul
Cinematographer Maja K Mikkelsen
Additional footage Fabian Engström
Editors Fabian Engström & Maja K Mikkelsen
Music Bill Elz
Graphic Design Eric Calderon & Claire Kairalla
Camera Maja K Mikkelsen, David Axelsson, Fabian Engström
Sound David Axelsson & Maja K Mikkelsen
Aerial Photography Fabian Engström
Sound Design Aron McFaul
Special Thanks
Stiftelsen Längmanska Kulturfonden, Mikael Kristersson,
Karin Persson, Lennart Karlsson, Sophie Ehnbom, Göran Walinder, Pudi & Hojan
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[@wearefoundoutdoors]

Such a beautiful film and a unique story. Completely charming and beautifully shot. "Live where you are and enjoy what's there." - words for life.

[@tavakessler]

This is the most beautiful film I have seen in a very long time. Maybe ever. It is near perfection. Perfect characters, music, cinematography and pacing. Thank you for telling this story.

[@markloftus6833]

Such a beautiful, moving and profound film. I'm a 40 years qualified psychologist and if anyone asks me to define happiness (eudaimonia) I'll send them here. Thank you so much!

[@Skempy]

Vilken underbar hyllning till dina föräldrar, kärlek och livet ❤

[@apistosig4173]

Bravo! absolutely delightful ❤love hugs and happy everything Karin & Lennart

[@dhavalj04]

No fast-paced visuals, no fancy transitions. Such a simple and interesting story. Loved the film. ♥

[@oceancaroline332]

If there is one thing I took away it is there is beauty in the simplicity of learning to love what is around you. The cinematography, editing, sound design, and story all echoed this. Thank you for sharing this! 💗

[@KalleFlodin]

Tack SNÄLLA för att ni delar den här typen av berättelser ❤️ vilket engagemang och så otroligt vackert fångat på film 🥰

[@stayuntilforever]

We need more of these great documentaries. Beautifully made. This should be shown in schools.

[@stianaadland8048]

This is such a beautiful film in so many ways. Its made with such love, respect and wisdom. As a weather observer on one of the most remote stations in the world it also hits very close to home, as the machines ans automatic stuff are moving closer every day. Thank you for making this.

[@PaulJacksonOttawa]

Beautiful film Patagonia you have all my support. I especially love your products made with Polatec fabric.

[@susanhamilton3102]

Exquisite and joyful. Thank you for sharing this lovely film!

[@nezaklavora4903]

Heartwarming and moving. Beautiful film.

[@samabratachattopadhyay]

What a stunning documentation of fulfilling life... Very few documentaries filled your heart with joy as well as filled your eyes with tears of happiness... It's like that... Love and appreciation from India

[@nadiamoreno2540]

Cuanta belleza en este film❤ los personajes, los paisajes, muy inspirador! Que ganas de vivir ahí❤

[@sfitz7375]

Beautiful heartwarming story. Both wise owls !!

[@janm2473]

Absolutely charming and heart warming.... always joyful and I just love that they so frequently kiss ....

[@reginaestrada2772]

tears….just tears from me, thank you so much for sharing.✨

[@adrianbaker8400]

What a beautiful story, thank you

[@patlok7673]

This is such a wonderful film, thank you!

[@beatrizpastre8822]

thank you for sharing this story

[@patriciamuller1836]

Beautiful life charming film❤️👍🏻🌻

[@addiebower]

This is so beautiful and so sweet. I teared up at like 8 minutes in. ❤️

[@patagonia]

Quite possibly the sweetest couple there is 🥹

[@prolificnorthwest]

What a beautiful film!

[@ThoseWhoDare]

What a lovely movie. Greetings from Danmark 🙏

[@wideBuhh]

Väldigt vacker film. Har släkt som föddes på Falsterbo fyr.

[@momin9739]

Fantastisk video.

[@fmolan]

Wonderful 💗

[@Jcthered]

thank you.

[@andersclaesson6230]

So much love ❤❤

[@meganhill3822]

Beautiful ❤

[@santanagonsalves6461]

Beautiful.

[@willcrook1924]

Lives well spent.

[@russki_dvor]

It's a true life, true love❤

[@rogeriodipold6085]

Completamente um sonho.

[@shaneclark207]

Touching and inspiring.
Did I catch that it was their daughter who made the film?

[@patagonia]

Yes!

[@nicolasquidam4326]

De merveilleuses personnes et un couple trop choupi.
Cela fait du bien de voir de véritables êtres humains.
Ils représentent les retraités qu'on aimerait tous devenir.
Sur fond d'un message important sur notre avenir.
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Wonderful people and a cute couple.
It's nice to see real human beings.
They represent the retirees we all want to become.
With an important message about our future.