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Kahdet kasvot (transl. Two Faces) is a short animated film. It tells the story of the immutability of human nature and the legacy of revenge that passes from one generation to another.
The story begins in the Stone Age and progresses to modern times, narrating the cruelty of humans and their inability to break free from the burdens of their past.
Director and Screenplay: Arto Halonen (Source: Art Films production)
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Apollo 11 is an impressive documentary film that follows the journey of Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins to the moon and back. The film is entirely based on archival material, which documentary filmmaker Todd Douglas Miller has edited into a cohesive whole. Although the outcome of the journey is known, the film presents the historic mission with its surprises and keeps the audience engaged throughout.
The film consists solely of archival material, including 70 mm film footage that has not been previously released to the public. It does not have a narrator, interviews, or reenactments. The only exceptions are the animated sequences used to clarify the spacecraft’s route to the moon and back for the viewers.
Director: Todd Douglas Miller
Cast: Neil Armstrong, Mike Collins, Buzz Aldrin
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The story begins in the suburb of Viborg, a small Danish town, where retiree Solvej encounters rebellious 17-year-old Kate through unexpected events. The movie narrates their unusual friendship and shared dreams of experiencing life beyond Viborg.
Note: No DVD or Blu-ray distribution is available.
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Like Crazy (original title La pazza gioia) is an Italian film that revolves around two women, Beatrice and Donatella, licing in a psychiatric institution. They have very different personalities: Beatrice is energetic and talkative, while Donatella is quiet and withdrawn.
A friendship blossoms between the two women, leading them to escape the institution together in pursuit of adventure. Using an old car for their getaway, they encounter various unexpected situations on their journey, challenging their perceptions of life and themselves.
The movie explores friendship, freedom, and the concept of madness in a multifaceted manner, interweaving humor and depth through the story of these two women.
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A young woman named Ida disappeared months ago, but the police seem unable to make any progress. Ida’s father and brother make an unusual agreement with Ida’s boyfriend, Sander – they put Sander within four walls for questioning related to the case. Sander once again tells Ida’s father and brother everything that happened in the weeks leading up to her disappearance. But is Sander telling everything? Does he have something to hide? And why is the movie titled ‘Copenhagen Does Not Exist’? Is Copenhagen just an illusion, or is there something that shouldn’t be revealed?
The movie has been described as captivating, thriller-like, and dramatic.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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“I, Daniel Blake” is a drama film that tells the story of Daniel Blake, a 59-year-old British man who struggles with health problems and a bureaucratic labyrinth.
The story begins when Daniel has a heart attack, and his doctor prohibits him from returning to work. He applies for sickness benefits but encounters a complex and unforgiving social security system that seems to not understand his situation. The bureaucratic labyrinth forces him to navigate through many difficult obstacles to get the support he needs.
At the same time, he meets Katie, a single mother with two children, who are also at the mercy of the system. Daniel and Katie form a strong friendship, helping each other survive with their difficulties.
The film explores the challenges people face in today’s society, particularly the bureaucracy of the social security system and the disregard for human needs. It also examines the strength of community and solidarity during tough times.
The movie was awarded a BAFTA for “Outstanding British Film of the Year.”
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