The Ground Beneath Our Feet

The Ground Beneath Our Feet is a documentary that follows a group of elderly residents living in a large, historic building in Reykjavík. The facility serves as both an institution and a home for the inhabitants, some of whom have lived for nearly a century. The film observes the passage of time and the changing seasons as they affect the lives of the residents.

This production was directed by Yrsa Roca Fannberg, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Elín Agla Briem. The project was a collaboration between the production companies Staron Film and Akkeri Films, representing a joint effort between Iceland and Poland. The film was produced by Małgorzata Staroń and Hanna Björk Valsdóttir. Released on March 25, 2025, the documentary has a runtime of 82 minutes.