Annika – Where She Lands

Mike Schwartz (Director) Annika Malacinski (Starring) Nadchielly Sain (Producer) Andy McCallie (DOP) Scott Hanson (Editor) | 2025 | 10 min.

2026 Official Selection

Annika: Where She Lands is a short documentary following U.S. Nordic Combined athlete Annika Malacinski as she pushes the boundaries of sport—and equality. Nordic Combined remains the only Olympic event without a women’s division. As the world inches toward change, Annika stands at the forefront, training relentlessly while advocating for inclusion on the world’s biggest stage.

This film captures an athlete not only chasing excellence, but fighting for something bigger than herself. With a major IOC decision ahead, Where She Lands offers an intimate glimpse at the heart, grit, and hope driving the women of Nordic Combined.