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Military Wives

In an English military base, the women living there are used to the worry of their husbands heading to the front lines. Determined Kate and cheerful Lisa try to come up with something for the whole group to do together. Sewing circles and book clubs don’t seem to catch on, so the duo decides to try choir singing. The beginning is not without clashes. Kate believes the choir should sing classical music as perfectly as possible, while Lisa suggests pop songs that everyone knows the words to. Gradually, the strong-willed women begin to discover new sides of each other. The choir starts to sing more confidently, and at the same time, a shared goal emerges: to perform at a concert at London’s Royal Albert Hall.

The Dead Don’t Hurt

In the 1860s, fiercely independent French-Canadian Vivienne Le Coudy sets out on a journey with Danish immigrant Holger Olsen, as they try to build a life together in the dusty town of Elk Flats, Nevada. When Holger decides to join the Union army in the emerging Civil War, Vivienne is left to fend for herself – not an easy task in a town ruled by a corrupt mayor.

Gladiator 2

Years after witnessing the death of the revered gladiator hero Maximus at the hands of his own uncle, Lucius is forced to step into the Colosseum himself. His homeland has been conquered, as two tyrannical emperors now rule Rome with an iron fist. With the future of the Roman Empire hanging in the balance, Lucius must draw strength from the injustices he has endured and fight to return Rome to its people.

Tiedustelijat

The hidden past of a World War II intelligence officer is revealed when his grandson, actor Joonas Saartamo, begins to investigate his grandfather Hannes Vehniäinen’s role as a leader of a reconnaissance unit. As he meets various experts along the way, Saartamo gains a new understanding of the decisive role played by reconnaissance units in the war. He also realizes how heavily his grandfather’s wartime experiences have been passed down through generations, directly impacting him as well.

Lee

Lee is a compelling biographical drama in which Kate Winslet delivers a powerful performance as photographer Lee Miller. Directed by Ellen Kuras, the film tells the extraordinary story of Miller’s life—how she transitioned from the fashion world and art circles of the 1920s into a fearless war photographer. Her work on the frontlines of World War II was not just about documentation but also a profound journey toward confronting the horrors of war and her own past.

The film portrays Miller’s relentless pursuit of exposing the brutal reality of war and its impact on people. One of history’s most famous war photographs—Miller in the bathtub of Hitler’s residence—holds special significance in the film. The cast also includes Alexander Skarsgård, Josh O’Connor, and Marion Cotillard. Lee is a powerful story of courage, the search for truth, and the lasting scars of war.

Freud’s Last Session

London, September 3, 1939. Sigmund Freud (Anthony Hopkins), known as the father of psychoanalysis, invites writer and theologian C.S. Lewis (Matthew Goode) to his home. Freud and his family had fled Hitler’s forces from Vienna the previous year. On an autumn day, these two of the past century’s most brilliant minds engage in a profound and intimate session, discussing topics such as the future of humanity, the existence of God, and human relationships. (Source: Scanbox)

Published: January 2, 2025

Tulen morsian

Based on true events, The Bride of Fire tells the story of a brave and headstrong young woman, Anna, in Åland in the year 1666. Raised by the midwife Valpuri, Anna is being trained to become the village’s next healer. However, she chooses to work as a maid for the new district judge, Psilander. Psilander has been tasked with eradicating pagan practices and black magic from Åland once and for all. Both Valpuri and Anna find themselves in the eye of the storm.

Young Anna is determined to find true love. She sets her sights on Elias, who is already married, but his passion for her fades quickly. Left heartbroken and consumed by jealousy, Anna accuses Elias’s wife, Rakel, of witchcraft. Altogether, 16 women are imprisoned on charges of consorting with the devil, including Rakel, whom Anna has denounced. This marks the beginning of Anna’s solitary struggle to atone for her terrible deed.

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

Pikkusisar

Katri’s husband has died in the Finnish Winter War. When the Continuation War begins, Katri volunteers to work in a military hospital in Helsinki. She is courted by a patient, a poetry-reciting countryman about to be discharged from service. At the same time, she dates her old school friend Eero, who even goes AWOL to be near her. As the war continues, Katri must make difficult decisions about her life.

Merja Väisänen was awarded the Jussi Award for Best Costume Design.