Set along a dangerous trail to the Mexican border, where every migrant is prey to assault. A proud knife-wielding heroine born into impoverished circumstances must escape a ruthless cartel to find true freedom.

We are taken into the thoughts of 17-year-old Elli Anne from Karasjok as hope and dreams are put to the test. In Oahpes Bahá, a dissonance is explored between the external portrayal of Sámi culture and the internal experience. How long can Elli Anne hold on to her dream of Sápmi?