In "Sauna Day," a group of men unwind in a sauna after a grueling workday, their conversation minimal. As the heat intensifies and the steam hisses, most of them leave, leaving only two behind. One of the men uses a bundle of herbs to strike the other’s back. The camera lingers, capturing the intensity and pleasure of this ritual, culminating in their immersion in a local stream, where they find relief and tranquility. After this soothing interlude, they return to the sauna, briefly discussing their day's labor as they dress, interrupted by the calls of their partners. Powerful, intimate, amazing sound work that takes over the viewer and draws them in, and lighting, staging and photography that deliberately reminisces with the great masters of painting. "Sauna Day" explores the physicality of its subjects, but ultimately, it is the soul that resonates most deeply. This short is a solid 10 /10