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Published: September 10, 2024

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.

Published: September 6, 2024

IF

The film is a fantasy-comedy directed and written by John Krasinski. It tells a unique story about imaginary friends and how these friends impact people’s lives. The film explores themes such as the power of imagination, childlike wonder, and the connections that stay with us from childhood. It delves into the importance of imagination in human development and how we can retain a part of our childhood throughout life. The movie combines fantasy, comedy, and heartwarming moments, making it suitable for a wide audience.

Published: August 14, 2024

Suuri leluseikkailu

Created by the writers of “Toy Story,” this story is about an unlikely friendship and takes the audience on an imaginative adventure in New York’s Central Park.

The story follows a clever puppet named Don, who is tired of playing the fool in a puppet theater. He dreams of being a hero, especially in real life. Don decides to escape the theater and heads to Central Park in search of heroic tasks. There, he meets a rapping stuffed dog named DJ Veli Hau, and they begin working together.

When Don learns that his puppet friends in the theater are in danger, he and DJ Veli Hau decide to rush to their rescue. Together, they embark on a grand adventure in the heart of New York, facing challenges and discovering the power of friendship.

Published: August 13, 2024

Kung Fu Panda 4

“Kung Fu Panda 4” is a sequel to the popular “Kung Fu Panda” film series and continues the adventures of Po, a panda who has become known as a legendary Kung Fu master.

Po faces new challenges both on a personal level and in battle. He must confront a new, powerful enemy while also finding a way to pass on his teachings and legacy to future generations. The film features familiar characters like Tigress, Monkey, and Mantis, but also introduces new allies and enemies.

The film’s themes are strongly tied to passing down traditions, finding one’s place in the world, and the importance of personal growth. It includes epic battle scenes, vibrant animation, and touching moments.

Published: August 13, 2024

Cats in the Museum

A cat named Vincent and his mouse friend Maurice escape a flood by riding in an old piano and end up in a museum. There, they encounter an elite group of cats that have been guarding valuable artworks from rodents and other pests for years. Vincent dreams of finding a real cat family for himself, but he doesn’t want to lose his friend Maurice, so he has to hide him. The situation becomes more complicated when the famous artwork Mona Lisa is brought to the museum. Vincent, Maurice, and the other museum cats don’t know that someone is planning to steal it, and now Vincent must gather his courage and wits to save the masterpiece.

Published: August 12, 2024

Heroes of the Golden Masks

Charlie and the Golden Mask (originally titled Heroes of the Golden Masks) is an animated adventure film released in 2023, specifically aimed at families and children. The film was directed by Sean Patrick O’Reilly.

The story follows a tough teenager from the streets of Chicago named Charlie, who, through a series of strange events, finds himself traveling back in time. He ends up in the ancient Chinese city of Sanxingdui, where he encounters five heroes fighting against an evil ruler named Kunyi. To become one of the heroes of the Golden Mask, Charlie must face his own fears and past. This adventure is filled with action, humor, and valuable lessons, appealing to both younger and older audiences.

The main voice actors in the film include Ron Perlman, Natasha Liu Bordizzo, and Patton Oswalt.

Published: June 13, 2024

Shark Tale

Oscar, a worker at the local whale wash, unexpectedly becomes a hero when he tells a big white lie. To keep his secret, Oscar teams up with Lenny, a vegetarian shark on the run, and they unexpectedly become friends. Oscar’s secret threatens to be revealed, and trustworthy friends Angie and Lenny come to his aid, helping Oscar find his place on the reef.

Published: June 7, 2024

Räkä ja Roiskis

Räkä and Roiskis travel to their grandmother’s house in the small town of Suuvesi for their winter vacation. Upon arrival, they notice that everything in the once very ordinary town is a bit askew. The strangest thing is that holes are disappearing from the town. Räkä and Roiskis set out to investigate and soon find themselves on the trail of the local dentist, Migrén Junior. However, their investigation is threatened when the messy Räkä and the meticulous Roiskis get into conflicts with each other. How can Suuvesi be restored to its former state and the holes be put back in place if the boys cannot work together? The only way to restore order is through the brothers’ teamwork.

Published: June 6, 2024

Before the Flood

The documentary film follows actor Leonardo DiCaprio on his journey around the world to explore the impacts of climate change and how to combat it. The documentary is directed by Fisher Stevens, and DiCaprio serves as its narrator and guide.

In the film, DiCaprio meets scientists, activists, politicians, and local residents from various parts of the world who share their views and experiences on climate change. He visits melting glaciers, suffering rainforests, and islands threatened by rising sea levels. The documentary also addresses the use of fossil fuels, the potential of renewable energy, and the importance of political decisions in combating climate change.