1944 The Final Defence
Tali-Ihantala 1944
Synopsis
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.
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Tali-Ihantala 1944 trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2007-11-26
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Rauno Ahonen
Lieutenant Colonel
Mikko Bredenberg
Captain Carl-Birger Kvikant
Riko Eklundh
Colonel Sven Björkman
Marc Gassot
Sergeant Reino Lehväslaiho
Marcus Groth
Major General Ruben Lagus
Johan Hallström
Second Lieutenant Thorbjörnsson
Kari Hevossaari
Lieutenant Puhakka
Aku Hirviniemi
Tykistön tulenjohtaja
Antti Holma
Soldier
Janne Hyytiäinen
Major of Air-force
Mikkomarkus Ahtiainen
Soldier
Frank Biermann
Soldier
Jussi Brech
Soldier
Jani Honkaselkä
Soldier
Markku Hyvönen
Korpraali Väisänen
Tatu Hämäläinen
Soldier
Viggo Idman
Luutnantti Hästö
Olli Ikonen
Kenraalimajuri Einar Vihma
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 2, 2012
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Åke Lindman
- Screenplay & Story
- Esko Salervo, Stefan Forss, Benedict Zilliacus
- Original Score
- Timo Hietala
- Original Title
- Tali-Ihantala 1944
- Country of Origin
- Finland
- Spoken Languages
- Estonian, Finnish
- Runtime
- 1h 57m
- Production Studios
- Åke Lindman Film-Production
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Åke Lindman
Esko Salervo, Stefan Forss, Benedict Zilliacus
Timo Hietala
Pauli Sipiläinen
Sakari Kirjavainen, Juha Antti-Poika
Alf Hemming
Department Leadership Roster
Åke Lindman
Director
Sakari Kirjavainen
Editor
Juha Antti-Poika
Editor
Alf Hemming
Producer
Marjatta Nissinen
Costume Design
Esko Salervo
Writer
Stefan Forss
Writer
Benedict Zilliacus
Writer
Risto Karhula
Production Design
Pauli Sipiläinen
Director of Photography
Timo Hietala
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 1944 The Final Defence
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What is 1944 The Final Defence about?
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.
Who directed 1944 The Final Defence?
1944 The Final Defence was directed by Åke Lindman.
Who stars in 1944 The Final Defence?
The principal cast of 1944 The Final Defence includes Rauno Ahonen, Mikko Bredenberg, Riko Eklundh, Marc Gassot, Marcus Groth.
When was 1944 The Final Defence released and how long is it?
1944 The Final Defence was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 1h 57m.
Who composed the musical score for 1944 The Final Defence?
The original motion picture soundtrack for 1944 The Final Defence was composed by Timo Hietala.
What is the age rating and content advisory for 1944 The Final Defence?
1944 The Final Defence holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).