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“My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3” is a heartfelt and hilarious comedy that continues the adventures of beloved characters in a Greek family. The movie follows new twists and mishaps as the family prepares to host yet another grand and colorful Greek wedding event. Love, humor, and family relationships are central themes, and viewers will enjoy unforgettable moments that bring smiles to their faces and warmth to their hearts.
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The group of four friends embarks on their book club’s unique girls’ pampering trip to Italy. When things go off the rails and secrets begin to unravel, what was meant to be a relaxing vacation turns into an unforgettable adventure across Italy.
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Two men perhaps possibly, probably, stumble towards love. Maybe. They are both really busy.
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Maarit (played by Leea Klemola) is going through a major transition in life, as she recently underwent gender reassignment surgery and corrected her gender to female. However, Maarit must navigate the pitfalls of her past to move forward in life. She wants to reconcile with her ex-wife, build a relationship with her teenage daughter, and help other people. Maarit also longs to share the joys, sorrows, and her bed with someone. When Maarit meets Sami (played by Peter Franzén), who is struggling with a marital crisis, at the psychiatrist’s office, she believes she has found the right one.
Director:
Simo Halinen
Starring:
Leea Klemola
Peter Franzén
Ria Kataja
Emmi Nivala
The film was awarded the Jussi Award for Best Screenplay and Best Leading Actress.
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Bea and Ben seem like the perfect couple, but after some hot first dates, something changes, and their relationship turns icy. When they unexpectedly run into each other again on the way to the same wedding in Australia, they have to act like any two mature adults: pretending to be a couple.
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Bella is a young woman, whose brilliant yet eccentric scientist Dr. Godwin Baxter brings back to life. Initially, Bella is eager to learn about life under Baxter’s wing. However, in her thirst for life, she embarks on a turbulent journey across continents with the slick and debauched lawyer Duncan Wedderburn. Through this, Bella, who has shed her previous prejudices, grows into a steadfast advocate for freedom and equality.
The film was awarded four Oscars:
1. Best Actress: Emma Stone received this prestigious award for her portrayal of the young Victorian woman named Bella Baxter, brought back to life.
2. Best Production Design: James Price and Shona Heath were recognized for the visual world of the film.
3. Best Makeup and Hairstyling: Nadia Stacey, Mark Coulier, and Josh Weston created impressive makeup and hairstyling.
4. Best Costume Design: Holly Waddington was responsible for the stunning costumes, transporting viewers to the Victorian era and the steampunk adventure.
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“The Wedding of the Century” is a comedy where the groom’s former partner takes center stage at the wedding. Celebrity psychiatrist Viima Von Ausgezeichnet, known from television and enjoying fame, is at the center of his own life but secretly experiences loneliness. When his former partner gets married, Viima must find a high-profile companion for the wedding to show that everything is going well for him. His search for a companion in the Helsinki night between Friday and Sunday is filled with expensive wines and unpleasant hangovers. However, anyone could land the role of their dreams as Viima’s escort – and unforgettable wedding of the century awaits.
Director:
Marja Pyykkö
Starring:
Outi Mäenpää
Mikko Leppilampi
Matleena Kuusniemi
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Dome Karukoski’s film “Heart of a Lion” is a touching and gritty tale of a small-town neo-Nazi, Teppo (played by Peter Franzén), who falls passionately in love with the fiery Sari (Laura Birn). His new girlfriend comes with a dark-skinned son, Ramu (Yusufa Sidibeh). Will Teppo outgrow his prejudices? Will love conquer or succumb to the pressure from his group of friends? And what will become of Ramu, who finds himself with a neo-Nazi stepfather figure? Behind the film’s unexpected and edgy humor lies deep emotions, and at its core beats the brave and gentle heart of a lion.
Director:
Dome Karukoski
Starring:
Peter Franzén
Yusufa Sidibeh
Jasper Pääkkönen
Laura Birn
The film won the Jussi Award for Best Supporting Actor (Jasper Pääkkönen).
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“Pihalla” is a romantic dramedy about young adults – women and men, relationships and community, career pressures, and cultural encounters. Laura is a German housewife who moves to Finland with her husband for his job. At first, everything is difficult. Laura’s husband, Arto, is chronically busy with work, making it impossible to get to know people, and November in Tampere doesn’t show its best sides. By chance, Laura is mistaken for a single mother, she makes friends in a single-parent support group and gets to know Tero, who organizes music sessions for children in a nearby playground. As Laura’s relationship with Tero progresses, she starts to feel more comfortable in her new hometown.
Director:
Toni Laine
Starring:
Sibel Kekilli
Mikko Leppilampi
Teemu Palosaari
Sanna-June Hyde
Available on DVD (not Blu-ray).
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Recently returned to Finland from training in Germany, young jäger Aaro Harjula witnesses cruel events. As an idealist, he believes that he can promote legality and the realization of justice through his actions, so he reluctantly sets out to take the red female prisoner, Miina Malini, to a court he believes in. Miina and Jäger Harjula find themselves on a journey to a deserted island. Their shared experience changes and deepens their relationship. “The Court Martial” is Harjula’s coming-of-age story. The world, divided into good and evil, right and wrong, gains more nuances. Harjula meets the reputable Emil Hallenberg and believes that this man will surely make a fair decision regarding Miina.
Director:
Aku Louhimies
Starring:
Pihla Viitala
Samuli Vauramo
Eero Aho
The film was awarded the Jussi Award for Best Cinematography.
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