Age rating: K-12

Published: November 24, 2023

Miss Farkku Suomi

The story follows 17-year-old Välde, who aims to secure a spot in a band, pursue fame, experience his first drunkenness, and fall in love with Pike, the most beautiful girl in the class. Välde is a teenager without a father, living in a one-bedroom apartment with his mother. He loves gritty music, Lou Reed’s lyrics, the New York Dolls, and David Bowie. While others spend time at discos, Välde cycles alone in the outskirts, capturing images in his mind of factory chimneys, deserted beaches, and rusty dumpsters.

Though Välde wants to fix the world’s injustices, he understands that he must first resolve his own life’s problems. Välde finds Sasu, and together they form a band called Torttu. They share the same taste in music, read “Musa” and “Soundi” music magazines, and notice the rise of punk in the world. But an unexpected turn occurs when Pike wins a beauty pageant, becoming “Miss Farkku-Suomi”. Things don’t go as Välde had hoped…

The movie received two Jussi Awards for Best Costume and Makeup Design. It’s based on Kauko Röyhkä’s autobiographical novel of the same name.

Published: November 24, 2023

The Great Gatsby

The Great Gatsby tells the story of Nick Carraway, a young man who moves to Long Island, New York, in 1920s America. Nick’s neighbor is the mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby, who hosts extravagant parties but whose past and true identity are kept as secret.

Nick soon discovers that Gatsby is in love with his cousin, the beautiful yet carefree Daisy Buchanan, who is married to the wealthy and unfaithful Tom Buchanan. Gatsby endeavors to win back Daisy’s love, using all his means to lure her back to him.

The story revolves around themes of love, wealth, and deceit, revealing the superficiality and moral decay of 1920s American society. Ultimately, the tale ends tragically as plot twists and conflicting passions lead to a fatal conclusion for the main characters.

The film received two Oscars for Best Costume Design and Best Production Design.

Published: November 23, 2023

Noah

Noah’ is a movie based on the Biblical story of Noah. The story follows Noah (portrayed by Russell Crowe) and his family as God informs him of the world’s impending destruction through a flood intended to wipe out humanity’s wickedness.

Noah is tasked by God to build an ark, in which his family and all the world’s animals are gathered for safety. The movie describes Noah’s construction, the challenges he faces, and resistance of other people. It also delves into Noah’s internal struggle to understand God’s will and its impact on him and his family.

As the floodwaters rise and the world is sinked under water, the movie shows Noah’s family and the animals fighting for survival inside the ark. The flood, symbolizing the destruction of all humanity, and Noah’s ethical considerations make the story intense and thought-provoking. The film explores faith, survival, and morality, presenting one of the Bible’s most well-known stories in a modern and spectacular way.

Published: November 23, 2023

Oppenheimer

Oppenheimer is set during World War II, portraying the theoretical physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer (played by Cillian Murphy) as he is tasked with creating a new super weapon, the atomic bomb, for the United States—a weapon that could potentially end the war with a single explosion. The Manhattan Project, established in 1943 at the secret Los Alamos laboratory, led to the first test of the atomic bomb in Alamogordo.

The Trinity nuclear test on July 16, 1945, was a first of its kind, and less than a month later, the United States dropped two devastating atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki on August 6th and 9th, effectively concluding the Second World War. As the chairman of the United States Atomic Energy Commission, Lewis Strauss, moves towards the Senate and greater power at the onset of the Cold War, Oppenheimer realizes his partial responsibility for nuclear armament and the potential threat of nuclear war to humanity. Towards the end of his career, once a naive idealist, he finds himself embroiled in courtroom drama, political power plays, and intrigue.

Oppenheimer is written by Christopher Nolan. The film was shot using 65-millimeter IMAX® cameras on regular 65-millimeter film, marking the first time IMAX® cameras have been used to capture analog black-and-white footage.

Published: November 22, 2023

Blinded By The Light

The movie is based on true events and follows a young British-Pakistani boy named Javed living in the town of Luton in the late 1980s. Javed is passionate about music, but his parents don’t understand his dreams. The town is plagued by unemployment and racism, complicating Javed’s life even more.

However, everything changes when Javed discovers the music of Bruce Springsteen. Springsteen’s lyrics deeply resonate with him and inspire him to pursue his dreams. Javed’s passion for music gets a new boost through Springsteen’s music, and he starts writing his poems and lyrics.

The movie depicts Javed’s journey towards independence, self-discovery, and the pursuit of his dreams through the power of music. It also shows how music can be a strong resource in times of difficulty, helping to find strength and inspiration in life.

Published: October 30, 2023

Johannes ei kulje Jämsän kautta

The socially awkward 40-year-old Johannes is trying to reach his father before it’s too late, as his father is in palliative care. His journey from Tampere to Kajaani may be surprisingly long if he doesn’t go through Jämsä. This is a Finnish feel-good comedy that includes caricature.

Note: There is no DVD or Blu-ray distribution for this film.

Published: October 23, 2023

Järjettömän paska idea

This Finnish drama film is written and directed by Pamela Tola. The story revolves around Ripe and Noora, who work as game designers and have been friends since childhood. However, their strong friendship is put to the test when their future plans begin to diverge. One of them wants to revisit a nostalgic youth, while the other desires to get married. As old conflicts and disagreements resurface during their role-playing game bachelorette party, the question of whose dreams they are truly living comes to the forefront.

Published: October 16, 2023

Fast & Furious X

Fast & Furious X is the tenth movie in the popular Fast & Furious film series, which has been going strong for three decades. Lead actors such as Vin Diesel are still involved.

The story revolves around Dom Toretto and his family facing a new threat that emerges from the shadows of the past and seeks to destroy everything Dom loves. This enemy is Dante, the son of Hernan Reyes, played by Jason Momoa, who has been devising a plan for revenge for years.

The movie takes viewers from Los Angeles to the catacombs of Rome, from Brazil to London, and from Portugal to the Antarctic. New alliances are formed, old enemies resurface, and Dom’s life changes dramatically as he learns that his son is Dante’s primary target for vengeance.

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Published: September 28, 2023

The Goonies

“The Goonies” is a 1985 American adventure film directed by Richard Donner and written by Steven Spielberg. The movie tells the story of a group of adventurous kids who embark on a quest to find hidden treasure in order to save their homes from demolition. Here’s the plot of the film:

The story is set in the small town of Astoria, Oregon, and revolves around a group of friends known as the Goonies. The Goonies consist of Mikey (Sean Astin), Brand (Josh Brolin), Chunk (Jeff Cohen), Mouth (Corey Feldman), and Data (Jonathan Ke Quan), who are all very close friends. Their homes are threatened with foreclosure because a construction company plans to build a golf course in the area.

When the Goonies come across Mikey’s old treasure map and an old pirate legend, they decide to follow the map in the hopes of finding the legendary “One-Eyed Willy’s” treasure, which would provide the necessary funds to save their homes. The children embark on an incredible adventure into a cave filled with traps and dangers.

During their journey, they encounter various challenges, including a dangerous criminal known as “The Fratellis” and must use their wits and teamwork to survive. Ultimately, they discover the treasure, but their adventure takes a terrifying turn when they encounter One-Eyed Willy himself.

“Goonies” is an adventure filled with humor, suspense, and heartwarming moments. It remains a cult classic known for its lovable characters and adventurous spirit.

Published: September 27, 2023

Gremlins

“Gremlins” (translated as “Riiviöt” in Finnish) is a 1984 American horror-comedy film directed by Joe Dante and written by Chris Columbus. Steven Spielberg served as an executive producer. The film follows the horror experiences faced by a young man named Billy Peltzer and his family in a small town called Kingston Falls.

The plot begins when Billy Peltzer (Zach Galligan) receives a cute little creature as a Christmas gift, known as a “Mogwai.” Mogwai is a small, furry creature that must be cared for very carefully: they should not be exposed to bright light, they must not come into contact with water, and they must not be fed after midnight. Billy’s father purchased the Mogwai as a gift from the town’s eccentric collector.

When Billy’s disobedient cousin accidentally spills water on the Mogwai, it results in the creation of more Mogwai creatures, which are much more mischievous and less friendly than the original. These new forms are called Gremlins, and they wreak havoc and chaos in the town.

The film follows Billy, his girlfriend Kate (Phoebe Cates), and the Mogwai’s attempts to control the rampage and destruction caused by the Gremlins. They battle these malevolent creatures using various tricks and traps, utilizing a variety of household items.

“Gremlins” combines horror and comedy and is known for creating the iconic and cute Mogwai creatures alongside the mischievous Gremlins. The film has achieved cult status and is a popular choice during the holiday season for those looking for a slightly different Christmas movie. It also suits Halloween festivities.