1944 The Final Defence (2007)

6.0/10 117 min 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.

Cast

Riko Eklundh

Colonel Sven Björkman

Marc Gassot

Sergeant Reino Lehväslaiho

Johan Hallström

Second Lieutenant Thorbjörnsson

Aku Hirviniemi

Tykistön tulenjohtaja

Antti Holma

Soldier

Janne Hyytiäinen

Major of Air-force

Emil Johnsen

Soldier

Tapani Kalliomäki

Majuri Antti Suurkari

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