The Novelist (2008)

4.3/10 • 108 min • Drama Romance

Overview

The Päätalo film tells the story of Kalle Päätalo, a carpenter and master builder, and his burning desire to become a writer, as well as the long road that led to the creation of Päätalo's first novel. Too much hard work, too little love in his marriage, and too little self-confidence prevent Kalle Päätalo from realizing his lifelong dream of becoming a writer. Until he finds new love.

Cast

Kai Lehtinen

Kalle Päätalo

Antti Virmavirta

Ilmari Vouvila

Pirjo Leppänen

Riitu Päätalo

Kari Hietalahti

Sonni Moilanen

Ahti Jokinen

Kummun Kalle

Janne Virtanen

Ville Repo

Maija Paunio

Sinikka Arjala

Hannu Kahakorpi

Pankinjohtaja 1

Anneli Ranta

Alli Kuusinen

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