The Winter War

The film portrays a harrowing chapter in Finnish history when, in November 1939, Russia launched an attack against Finland. It chronicles the journey of a group of reservist soldiers from Kauhava, a municipality in the picturesque province of Pohjanmaa/Ostrobothnia, as they leave their tranquil lives behind and venture into war-torn territories. At its core, this is the story of two farming brothers, Martti and Paavo Hakala, who are united by blood but forced to grapple with the challenges and hardships brought forth by the conflict. Through the intimate portrayal of these brothers' experiences, the film provides a poignant and immersive account of ordinary people thrust into extraordinary circumstances.