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Rap and Reindeer

December 8, 2025

The film follows Sami rapper Mihkku Laiti, who lives in the northernmost corner of Lapland. It is a coming-of-age story that follows Mihkku's career as a musician, and his rise to stardom.

Rap and Reindeer
Image: Norse Key Distribution

Rapper Yungmiqu, also known by his real name Mihkku Laiti, inspires people.

Image: Norse Key Distribution

He lives his Sami culture through music and proudly wears a Sami costume that he designed himself.

Image: Norse Key Distribution

He has mastered joik, the traditional throat singing of the Sami people, as well as rap.

Image: Norse Key Distribution

He raps and joiks, building his brand online, but he also works to master the labor-intensive art of reindeer herding. He sees his roots and the Sami language as his greatest strengths.

 

Broadcasting Hours:

DW English

TUE 23.12.2025 – 01:15 UTC
TUE 23.12.2025 – 04:15 UTC
WED 24.12.2025 – 09:15 UTC
WED 24.12.2025 – 16:15 UTC
WED 24.12.2025 – 21:15 UTC
THU 25.12.2025 – 12:15 UTC
SAT 27.12.2025 – 08:15 UTC
SUN 28.12.2025 – 13:15 UTC

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