Linna
Synopsis
Based on Franz Kafka's famous novel, director Jaakko Pakkasvirta created this interpretation of the woebegone Josef K., who is trapped in an ever-increasing labyrinth of double talk and bureaucratic nonsense in his efforts to reach the castle. As Josef seeks to make an appointment to see the ruler Herr Klamm inside his inaccessible abode, he becomes enmeshed in abuse from lowly villagers and bureaucrats alike. His endless false starts toward the castle's enigmatic interior are partly offset by a few sexual encounters but nothing alleviates his role as a victim of forces beyond his control.
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Carl-Kristian Rundman
Josef K
Titta Karakorpi
Frieda
Sari Mällinen
Olga
Anna-Leena Härkönen
Amalia
Ulla Koivuranta
Pepi
Pirkka-Pekka Petelius
Jeremia
Vesa Vierikko
Artur
Risto Autio
Barnabas
Tuula Nyman
Gardena
Erkki Saarela
Majatalon isäntä
Christina Indrenius-Zalewski
Herrainhovin emäntä
Antti-Einari Halonen
Herrainhovin isäntä
Seppo Wallin
Kunnanjohtaja
Elina Salo
Mizzi
Kurt Ingvall
Opettaja
Carl Mesterton
Sihteeri Erlangen
Eeva-Liisa Haimelin
Gisa
Aarre Karén
Momus
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jaakko Pakkasvirta
- Screenplay & Story
- Jaakko Pakkasvirta
- Original Score
- Henrik Otto Donner
- Original Title
- Linna
- Country of Origin
- Finland
- Spoken Languages
- Finnish
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- Skandia-Filmi
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jaakko Pakkasvirta
Jaakko Pakkasvirta, Franz Kafka
Henrik Otto Donner
Esa Vuorinen
Pipsa Valavaara
Kaj Holmberg
Department Leadership Roster
Jaakko Pakkasvirta
Director
Pentti Valkeasuo
Production Design
Jaakko Pakkasvirta
Screenplay
Kaj Holmberg
Producer
Pipsa Valavaara
Editor
Esa Vuorinen
Director of Photography
Henrik Otto Donner
Original Music Composer
Airi Iso-Lotila
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Linna
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What is Linna about?
Based on Franz Kafka's famous novel, director Jaakko Pakkasvirta created this interpretation of the woebegone Josef K., who is trapped in an ever-increasing labyrinth of double talk and bureaucratic nonsense in his efforts to reach the castle. As Josef seeks to make an appointment to see the ruler Herr Klamm inside his inaccessible abode, he becomes enmeshed in abuse from lowly villagers and bureaucrats alike. His endless false starts toward the castle's enigmatic interior are partly offset by a few sexual encounters but nothing alleviates his role as a victim of forces beyond his control.
Who directed Linna?
Linna was directed by Jaakko Pakkasvirta.
Who stars in Linna?
The principal cast of Linna includes Carl-Kristian Rundman, Titta Karakorpi, Sari Mällinen, Anna-Leena Härkönen, Ulla Koivuranta.
When was Linna released and how long is it?
Linna was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
Who composed the musical score for Linna?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Linna was composed by Henrik Otto Donner.
Is Linna based on a book or true story?
Linna is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Franz Kafka".