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Kaksipäisen Kotkan varjossa

2005 | 118 min | K-7 | drama, history, romance

Kaksipäisen Kotkan varjossa (transl. “Shadow of the Eagle” is a Finnish film set in the early 1910s, depicting a historical period in Finland, particularly the events of the Civil War. The movie follows the story of two young men, Oskari Tokoi and Toivo Parikka, who find themselves on opposite sides of the political and ideological divide during the conflict of that time.

Oskari is a member of the civil guard, while Toivo serves as a soldier in the Red Guards. Their friendship and personal bond are tested as they end up on opposing sides of the war. The film portrays the brutality of the war, friendship challenges, and the societal division among people during the Finnish Civil War.

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About the movie

Subjects

  • finnish
  • history
  • philosophy
  • psychology
  • social studies

Keywords

  • domestic
  • friendship
  • identity and growing
  • relationships

Educational levels

  • high schools and vocational schools
  • middle schools

Genres

  • drama
  • history
  • romance

Age limits

  • K-7

Studios

  • Artista Filmi