The Winter War
"They held back the Russian Juggernaut in a frozen Hell!"
Originally released in 1989. The Winter War is a drama/war film. directed by Pekka Parikka. With a runtime of 3h 9m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Taneli Mäkelä, Vesa Vierikko, and Timo Torikka
Synopsis
After Nazi Germany invades Poland in September 1939, Russia attacks Finland two months later. Finnish reservists leave home and go to war. Brothers Martti and Paavo Hakala, farmers from the municipality of Kauhava in the province of Pohjanmaa/Ostrobothnia, serve in a Finnish platoon.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 30, 1989
36 years ago
Runtime
3h 9m
189 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (91 votes)
Budget
$4.4M
Production budget
Language
FI
Original language
Country
Finland
Production
Director
Top Cast
Taneli Mäkelä
as Martti Hakala
Vesa Vierikko
as Jussi Kantola
Timo Torikka
as Pentti Saari
Heikki Paavilainen
as Vilho Erkkilä
Antti Raivio
as Erkki Somppi
Esko Kovero
as Juho Pernaa
Martti Suosalo
as Arvi Huhtala
Markku Huhtamo
as Aatos Laitila
Matti Onnismaa
as Veikko Korpela
Konsta Mäkelä
as Paavo Hakala
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FI
- Budget
- $4,414,000
Production Companies
- National-Filmi
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Winter War about?
After Nazi Germany invades Poland in September 1939, Russia attacks Finland two months later. Finnish reservists leave home and go to war. Brothers Martti and Paavo Hakala, farmers from the municip...
Who directed The Winter War?
The Winter War was directed by Pekka Parikka.
How long is The Winter War?
The Winter War has a runtime of 3 hours and 9 minutes (189 minutes total).
When was The Winter War released?
The Winter War was released on November 30, 1989 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Winter War?
The main cast of The Winter War includes Taneli Mäkelä, Vesa Vierikko, Timo Torikka, Heikki Paavilainen, Antti Raivio.