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Simson ja Delila elokuvan juliste.

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Samson and Delilah

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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Moms’ night out

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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Where hope grows

Where Hope Grows is an inspiring story about Calvin Campbell (Kristoffer Polaha), a former professional baseball player whose career ended prematurely due to panic attacks at the plate. Even though he had all the talent for the big leagues, life threw difficult challenges his way. Nowadays, Calvin drifts through his days and struggles to raise his teenage daughter (McKaley Miller). As Calvin’s life spirals downward, it is unexpectedly revitalized by a young man named Produce (David DeSanctis), who has Down syndrome and works at the local grocery store.

Gradually, Calvin begins to let go of his bitterness and starts to see the world through Produce’s eyes. As their friendship deepens, Calvin’s life regains purpose and meaning. This unlikely duo becomes intertwined in a way that gives Calvin a new perspective on the future. However, their friendship is tested when an unexpected tragedy strikes, rooted in a decision from Calvin’s past. Where Hope Grows is a film about finding redemption through faith, hope, and love.

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All Saints

A movie based on an inspiring true story about salesman Michael Spurlock, who changed careers and became a pastor. When he is assigned to close his small church, where he shelters refugees from Southeast Asia, they come together and put everything on the line to create a better future.

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The Robe

The Roman centurion Marcellus Gallio, played by Richard Burton, oversees the crucifixion of Jesus and wins his robe in a dice game at the foot of the cross. Marcellus, who has never been a man of faith, begins to experience disturbing visions and feels guilty for his actions when his slave Demetrius flees with the robe. Convinced that destroying the robe will free him from his torment, Marcellus sets out to find Demetrius – and in the process, discovers his Christian faith. This biblical epic, one of the greatest on the silver screen, was nominated for five Academy Awards in 1953, including Best Picture and Richard Burton’s nomination for Best Actor. The film went on to win two Oscars.

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Rakkauselokuva

Civil engineer Hannu and flight attendant Raili are a well-off couple whose life, from the perspective of outsiders, seems to be in order. Their big secret is Hannu’s infertility, which after years begins to feel overwhelming.

Director:
Anssi Mänttäri

Starring: Antti Litja
Liisa Halonen
Markku Toikka
Erkki Saarela
Matti Pellonpää

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Huhtikuu on kuukausista julmin

Nuori Sari, joka asuu pienessä kaupungissa, päättää karata kotoaan ja matkustaa Helsinkiin. Siellä hän tapaa Ollin, joka vie hänet tutustumaan kaupungin taiteilijapiireihin. Aluksi kaikki vaikuttaa Sarin silmissä houkuttelevalta ja jännittävältä.

Ohjaus ja käsikirjoitus:
Suvi-Marja Korvenheimo

Tuotanto:
Anssi Mänttäri / Reppufilmi

Pääosissa:
Antti Litja, Marianne Anttila, Markku Toikka, Paavo Piskonen

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Herra Puntila ja hänen renkinsä Matti

The movie, based on Bertolt Brecht’s play, follows the farmer Puntila, who is a real pig when sober but becomes very generous when drunk. Puntila tries to get his daughter married, but the problem is that his drunk self wants her to marry a different man than his sober self does.

Director, Writer:
Ralf Långbacka

Story:
Hella Wuolijoki

Writer:
Bertolt Brecht

Lassi Pöysti won the Jussi Award for Best Actor.

Note: No longer available on DVD or Blu-ray.

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Every Tom, Dick and Urpo

The letter, received by the Finnish National Radio’s phone-in program, hopes that in this era of Metoo and many other well-meaning campaigns, attention will be drawn to an unpleasant phenomenon, the use of the name “Urpo” as a synonym for idiot.

In this warm-hearted and humorous documentary, four men all called Urpo gather to reflect on the meaning and impact of their name in their lives. Will the use of Urpo still be decent in 2023? (Napafilms, 2023)

Note: The documentary is only available for viewing on Yle Areena, no physical copies are distributed.

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Strangers in the Dar

In this experimental short documentary, light pollution turns a glowworm’s love life into a nightmare. The film follows the glowworm’s struggle to find a mate in an environment where it’s no longer dark at night. The story of light and darkness unfolds on various levels, from the planetary to the microscopic, from the peace of nature to the pulse of urban life, and from artificial light to the green glow of the glowworm’s tail. Directed by Perttu Inkilä & Jenni Pystynen. (Source: Illume Oy, 2023)

Note: The documentary is only available for viewing on Yle Areena, no physical copies are distributed.