Elína Hirst

Elína Hirst is a documentary filmmaker known for her impactful storytelling that often highlights personal narratives of struggle and resilience. She gained recognition for her work on projects that focus on vulnerable communities, such as children with serious illnesses. In 2012, she reached out to Bára, a nursing specialist in the care of chronically ill children, for her expertise while working on a documentary about a sick child, leading to the establishment of Leiðarljós, a support center for families dealing with rare diseases.