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A few generations after Caesar’s reign, the apes have become the dominant species living in peace, while humans are forced to live in the shadows. As a new tyrannical ape leader builds his empire, a young ape embarks on an eye-opening journey, during which he is forced to question everything he has been told about the past and make choices that will determine the future of both the apes and the humans.
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Charlize Theron stars as the evil Queen Ravenna, who cruelly betrays her kind-hearted sister Freya, shattering her trust and freezing her heart against love. This heartbreak awakens Freya’s latent icy powers, transforming her into a formidable queen in her own right. The power struggle between the two sisters escalates into an all-out war.
Freya’s loyal warrior, the Huntsman Eric, takes to the battlefield alongside Sara, the only woman who has ever captured his heart. Eric must aid Freya in overcoming her sister, or the wicked Ravenna will seize the kingdom and rule it forever.
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Defying the Gods continues the popular series of Chief Inspector Hanhivaara adaptations. A well-known Finnish man is found murdered at a popular Sicilian holiday resort, and a Finnish police officer already on site begins investigating the case independently. The investigation shifts from Sicily to Finland, taking increasingly complex turns. (Source: VLMedia)
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Isku Suoneen (Blow to the Vein) is a crime series directed by Anssi Mänttäri, based on Pentti Kirstilä’s novel. The series follows Chief Inspector Hanhivaara’s battle against drug-related crimes. A large shipment of heroin arrives in Finland, prompting Hanhivaara to launch an investigation. Even the criminals seem on edge as the smuggling operation escalates, and bodies begin to pile up. The exhausting investigation starts to take a toll on Hanhivaara’s personal life as well.
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Scrooge (1984) is a television movie based on Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas tale A Christmas Carol. This version is especially known for George C. Scott’s strong and highly praised performance as Ebenezer Scrooge. The film stays faithful to Dickens’ original story, highlighting themes of Christmas spirit, moral lessons, and personal transformation.
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The movie is set in Victorian England and tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, an aging and cold-hearted businessman. Scrooge despises Christmas, viewing it as a wasteful festivity, and his heart is hardened against both the poor and his own family. On Christmas Eve, however, he receives unexpected visitors – first, the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley, and then three Christmas spirits (the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and Christmas Yet to Come) who take him on a journey through his own life.
This journey reveals to Scrooge the mistakes of his past, the impact of his current actions on others, and the grim fate that awaits him if he does not change his ways. Through these encounters, Scrooge undergoes a profound inner transformation, learning about generosity, friendship, and the true meaning of Christmas.
Themes:
The central themes of the film are remorse, forgiveness, the possibility of change, and love for one’s fellow man. It illustrates how one person’s actions can affect others and that it is never too late to correct mistakes and become a better version of oneself.
Cast:
George C. Scott as Ebenezer Scrooge
David Warner as Bob Cratchit
Susannah York as Mrs. Cratchit
Frank Finlay as Jacob Marley
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A domestic historical adventure film based on Paavo Haavikko’s book of the same name. The story is set in future England, on the brink of a new ice age, fighting against total freezing as all energy sources have been depleted. Desperation spreads, and a young king decides to use his last resort to prevent the loss of power and the spread of anarchy. He declares war on France and sets out to follow in the footsteps of King Edward, who made a similar campaign six hundred years earlier. Initially, the campaign progresses smoothly, and Calais is conquered without much difficulty. Eventually, however, the ice age catches up with the troops, who suffer from the cold and thirst, and even the frozen wine offers no comfort.
The film emphasizes humanity’s recurring historical mistakes and how people fail to learn from history, repeating the same errors over and over again. It portrays the absurdity of human behavior, violence, and the abuse of power, along with the destructive consequences of these actions.
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The beloved actor Risto Kaskilahti becomes quadriplegic in a work accident. As a result of the accident, he receives substantial financial compensation and a massive outpouring of sympathy from the public. Suddenly, there’s money for everything Risto’s young and beautiful wife has ever wished for. Thus, the wife quits her dull job and becomes an artist.
What happens when Risto gradually realizes he is starting to recover? The star adored by the public is healing, but how can he announce this publicly? Will the favorite actor have to portray a paralyzed man for the rest of his life to avoid losing everything?
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Tuomas Summanen
Starring:
Risto Kaskilahti
Krista Kosonen
Aku Hirviniemi
Jaakko Saariluoma
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Awarded with four Oscars, the film tells the story of Nobel Prize-winning economist John Nash, who suffers from schizophrenia. The brilliant mathematician stood out from his peers during his studies and began to develop his groundbreaking game theory. After graduating, Nash starts teaching at a technical university, but gradually, mental health issues and severe paranoia begin to take control of him.
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Samson and Delilah (original title in Finnish Simson ja Delila) is a historical adventure film released in 1949, directed by Cecil B. DeMille. The film is based on the Old Testament story of Samson, a Jewish warrior, and Delilah, the woman who betrayed him to the Philistines.
The story of the film revolves around Samson, who possesses supernatural strength, with his long hair being the source of his power. Samson battles the enemies of Israel, the Philistines. Delilah, who serves the Philistines, seduces Samson and makes him reveal the secret of his strength. When Delilah cuts Samson’s hair, he loses his strength and is captured. In the end, Samson prays to God to restore his strength, and he succeeds in destroying the Philistine temple at the moment of his own death.
In the film, Samson is portrayed by Victor Mature and Delilah by Hedy Lamarr. Samson and Delilah was a major success in its time and won two Academy Awards for Best Art Direction and Best Costume Design. The film is especially known for its epic scenes, colorful costumes, and impressive sets, which were typical of Cecil B. DeMille’s grand cinematic style.
The film is a classic example of the “biblical epic” genre that was popular in Hollywood during the 1940s and 1950s.
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Mom’s Night Out is a 2014 comedy about three mothers’ chaotic and hilarious night out as they try to spend some time without their kids. The main character, Allyson (played by Sarah Drew), is a mother who longs for a break from the hectic life of being a stay-at-home mom. She plans an evening out in the city for her friends, Izzy (Andrea Logan White) and pastor’s wife, Sondra (Patricia Heaton).
The plan is to have a calm and relaxing night, but things start to go wrong right from the beginning. The evening quickly turns into chaos, with misunderstandings, lost phones, and a series of disasters following one after the other. Meanwhile, their husbands stay home to take care of the kids, leading to their own comedic mishaps.
The movie is a lighthearted and humorous portrayal of the challenges of parenthood, the pressures of motherhood, and the importance of taking time for oneself. Mom’s Night Out approaches the messiness of family life with warmth and positivity, highlighting the importance of community, friendship, and self-compassion.
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