

1944 The Final Defence
War
Drama
History
Overview
The Soviet army breaks through the Finnish defences on the Karelian Isthmus in June 1944, advancing with overwhelming force. Somehow, the Finnish troops must find the strength to fight back, with all odds against them. The Battle of Tali-Ihantala was the largest battle ever fought in the history of the Nordic countries. This film depicts the true events through five separate stories.
Status:
Released
Release Date:
2007-12-07
Runtime:
1h 57m
Director:
Åke Lindman
Writer:
Esko Salervo, Stefan Forss, Benedict Zilliacus
Top Cast

Rauno Ahonen
Lieutenant Colonel

Mikko Bredenberg
Captain Carl-Birger Kvikant

Riko Eklundh
Colonel Sven Björkman

Marc Gassot
Sergeant Reino Lehväslaiho

Marcus Groth
Major General Ruben Lagus

Johan Hallström
Second Lieutenant Thorbjörnsson

Kari Hevossaari
Lieutenant Puhakka

Aku Hirviniemi
Tykistön tulenjohtaja

Antti Holma
Soldier

Janne Hyytiäinen
Major of Air-force

Mikkomarkus Ahtiainen
Soldier

Frank Biermann
Soldier
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