Rebel with a Bow Tie
Kikilipsuga mässaja
Synopsis
Jaan Tootsen’s documentary follows President Toomas Hendrik Ilves in the last year and a half of his term in office – as he grapples with the complexities of world politics and his private life. Tootsen’s keen camera eye follows Ilves at his most difficult moments, showing no mercy, but creating a gripping, rather harsh and at the same time very human portrait of the President.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Rebel with a bow tie trailer I PÖFF28
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-11-06
Top Cast
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Toomas Hendrik Ilves
Self
Jaan Tootsen
Self
Piret Arukaevu
Self
Toomas Sildam
Self
Ieva Ilvesa
Self
Evelin Ilves
Self
Luukas Kristjan Ilves
Self
Kaido Ole
Self
Angela Merkel
Self
Kerli
Self
Jaak Prints
Self
Andres Vosman
Self
Kadri Keiu Ilves
Self (uncredited)
Rain Rannu
Self (uncredited)
Arvo Pärt
Self (uncredited)
Märt Avandi
Self (uncredited)
Janne Ševtšenko
Self (uncredited)
Sven Grünberg
Self (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jaan Tootsen
- Screenplay & Story
- Jaan Tootsen
- Original Score
- Vaiko Eplik
- Original Title
- Kikilipsuga mässaja
- Country of Origin
- Estonia
- Spoken Languages
- English, Estonian, German
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Aadam ja Pojad
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jaan Tootsen
Jaan Tootsen
Vaiko Eplik
Joosep Matjus, Jaan Tootsen, Sten-Johan Lill, Kullar Viimne, Erik Norkroos, Mihkel Soe, Jekaterina Abramova, Meelis Mikker, Taavi Arus
Eero Talvistu, Jaan Tootsen
Department Leadership Roster
Jaan Tootsen
Director
Jaan Tootsen
Screenplay
Vaiko Eplik
Original Music Composer
Eero Talvistu
Producer
Jaan Tootsen
Producer
Joosep Matjus
Director of Photography
Jaan Tootsen
Director of Photography
Sten-Johan Lill
Director of Photography
Kullar Viimne
Director of Photography
Erik Norkroos
Director of Photography
Mihkel Soe
Director of Photography
Jekaterina Abramova
Director of Photography
Meelis Mikker
Director of Photography
Taavi Arus
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rebel with a Bow Tie
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What is Rebel with a Bow Tie about?
Jaan Tootsen’s documentary follows President Toomas Hendrik Ilves in the last year and a half of his term in office – as he grapples with the complexities of world politics and his private life. Tootsen’s keen camera eye follows Ilves at his most difficult moments, showing no mercy, but creating a gripping, rather harsh and at the same time very human portrait of the President.
Who directed Rebel with a Bow Tie?
Rebel with a Bow Tie was directed by Jaan Tootsen.
Who stars in Rebel with a Bow Tie?
The principal cast of Rebel with a Bow Tie includes Toomas Hendrik Ilves, Jaan Tootsen, Piret Arukaevu, Toomas Sildam, Ieva Ilvesa.
When was Rebel with a Bow Tie released and how long is it?
Rebel with a Bow Tie was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for Rebel with a Bow Tie?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Rebel with a Bow Tie was composed by Vaiko Eplik.