I bet you don’t think of horses when you think of Iceland. I didn’t either until I saw this remarkable story/video.
Herd in Iceland is a documentary about the annual round-up of the Icelandic horse, isolated for centuries by the country’s oceanic borders.
The horse holds a precious place in Icelandic culture, art and tradition; for over 1,000 years Icelandic law has prohibited the importation of horses onto the island. By telling the story of this annual journey, Herd in Iceland captures the symbolism behind the horses and the nation they represent.
Lindsay and Paul spent time with the herders and others who ensure that this tradition continues. They filmed from land and air, foot and hoof across the vast Icelandic landscape, following and living with the herdsmen. Herd in Iceland takes you into a journey that is largely unknown but filled with meaning and beauty for those who sustain it. Winner of the Best Documentary Short at the 2013 Black Hills Film Festival, Festival Winner at Heartland Film Festival, Best Documentary Short at Bend Film Festival, Best Animal Rights film at L.A. Femme, and Best Documentary Short at Louisville International Festival of Film.
This article courtesy of HorseChannel.com
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