Punainen viiva
Synopsis
The story of the first elections in Finland. Farmer Topi Romppainen lives a modest life with his family in Kainuu in the early 20th century. While shopping in the village, Topi hears about the upcoming parliamentary elections. His wife Riikka decides to find out more and ends up at a meeting of the Social Democrats.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Holger Salin
Topi Romppanen
Liisa Nevalainen
Riika
Pertti Tanner
Sake
Jukka Eklund
Vesteri
Marianne Eronen
Petti
Terhi Virtanen
Iita Linta Maria
Tiina Jokela
Pirjeri
Jussi Jurkka
Puntarpää
Rakel Laakso
Kunilla
Tarmo Manni
Simana Arhippaini
Pentti Irjala
Raappana
Tyyne Haarla
Kuppari-Kaisa
Toivo Mäkelä
Jussi
Matti Oravisto
Priest
Leo Jokela
Guy
Martti Kainulainen
Guy
Matti Aulos
Nuurperi
Artturi Laakso
Isä Jumala
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Matti Kassila
- Screenplay & Story
- Matti Kassila
- Original Score
- Osmo Lindeman
- Original Title
- Punainen viiva
- Country of Origin
- Finland
- Spoken Languages
- Finnish
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Fennada-Filmi
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Matti Kassila
Matti Kassila, Ilmari Kianto
Osmo Lindeman
Esko Nevalainen
Ossi Skurnik
Mauno Mäkelä
Department Leadership Roster
Ensio Suominen
Production Design
Esko Nevalainen
Director of Photography
Ossi Skurnik
Editor
Matti Kassila
Director
Annukka Lomas
Costume Design
Matti Kassila
Screenplay
Osmo Lindeman
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Punainen viiva.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Punainen viiva
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Punainen viiva about?
The story of the first elections in Finland. Farmer Topi Romppainen lives a modest life with his family in Kainuu in the early 20th century. While shopping in the village, Topi hears about the upcoming parliamentary elections. His wife Riikka decides to find out more and ends up at a meeting of the Social Democrats.
Who directed Punainen viiva?
Punainen viiva was directed by Matti Kassila.
Who stars in Punainen viiva?
The principal cast of Punainen viiva includes Holger Salin, Liisa Nevalainen, Pertti Tanner, Jukka Eklund, Marianne Eronen.
When was Punainen viiva released and how long is it?
Punainen viiva was released in 1959 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Punainen viiva?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Punainen viiva was composed by Osmo Lindeman.
Is Punainen viiva based on a book or true story?
Punainen viiva is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Ilmari Kianto".