The Cuckoo

In the autumn of 1944, amidst the waning days of World War II, Finnish sniper-kamikaze Veikko breaks free from his shackles, escaping certain death. Simultaneously, Soviet Army Captain Ivan finds himself in the unforgiving grasp of the Front Secret Police 'Smersh', narrowly avoiding a harsh fate.Thrust into circumstances that blur the boundaries between friend and foe, Veikko and Ivan find themselves in an unexpected alliance. Their paths converge when a Lapp woman named Anni extends a life-changing act of kindness by taking them both under her roof at her remote farm. For Anni, the distinctions of nationality and allegiance matter little; to her, they are simply two weary men in need of refuge.The film explores themes of humanity, survival, and the power of compassion amidst the backdrop of war, as Veikko and Ivan learn that their shared experience transcends their military duties. This powerful narrative unfolds against a breathtaking Nordic landscape, capturing the raw emotion and resilience of these soldiers in search of hope during the final days of the conflict.