Sisu: the death of Tom Sukanen
Synopsis
Surrealistic imagery frames this true Depression-era story about Finnish homesteader Tom Sukanen, institutionalized after a decade spent single-handedly building a steamship on the Canadian prairie.
Top Cast
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Montréal Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Chrystene R. Ells
- Screenplay & Story
- Chrystene R. Ells
- Original Title
- Sisu: the death of Tom Sukanen
- Spoken Languages
- English, Finnish
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Moxie Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chrystene R. Ells
Chrystene R. Ells
Department Leadership Roster
Chrystene R. Ells
Director
Chrystene R. Ells
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sisu: the death of Tom Sukanen
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What is Sisu: the death of Tom Sukanen about?
Surrealistic imagery frames this true Depression-era story about Finnish homesteader Tom Sukanen, institutionalized after a decade spent single-handedly building a steamship on the Canadian prairie.
Who directed Sisu: the death of Tom Sukanen?
Sisu: the death of Tom Sukanen was directed by Chrystene R. Ells.
Who stars in Sisu: the death of Tom Sukanen?
The principal cast of Sisu: the death of Tom Sukanen includes Don Wood, Brian Dueck, Lori Abbott.
When was Sisu: the death of Tom Sukanen released and how long is it?
Sisu: the death of Tom Sukanen was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.