Salmonberries (1991)

Plot

Orphaned and searching for her roots, Kotzebue embarks on a journey through Alaska's frigid terrain to uncover her parents' identities. Along the way, she encounters a German librarian, a woman grappling with her own past after losing her husband during a daring escape from East Germany. Despite their contrasting backgrounds, a delicate bond develops between them as they navigate their intertwined stories of loss and discovery. Their friendship becomes a source of strength and healing, revealing the power of connection amid the harshness of their surroundings.