Based on a novel of the same name by the Finnish author, Antti Tuuri, this delicious late-80's comedy builds its dark humour on the stereotypical mentality of the northern part of Finland. While perhaps not as entertaining to a person unfamiliar with Finnish traditions, the brilliant acting, directing, plus the warm, beautiful Finnish summer more than make up for the cultural gap.The story begins with a group of brothers with their families coming up to honour the memory of their recently deceased father. Spending time together, opening old wounds and creating new ones... it all boils down to brotherhood. No matter what happens, brothers take care of their own.
Credits
Plainlands Cast
| Name |
Character |
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Esko Nikkari
He was 49, 68 years old when he died
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as Paavo Hakala |
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Taneli Mäkelä
He was 28, now 65 years old
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as Erkki Hakala |
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Esko Salminen
He was 47, now 84 years old
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as Veikko Hakala |
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Vesa Mäkelä
He was 40, 56 years old when he died
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as Seppo Hakala |
Plainlands Crew
| Name |
Department |
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Antti Tuuri as Novel. He was 43 (now 80) years old
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Writing |
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Pekka Parikka as Director. He was 48 (57) years old when He died
|
Directing |
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Pekka Parikka as Writer. He was 48 (57) years old when He died
|
Writing |
