Resistant (2021)

Resistant (2021)

2021-09-20 Finland 80 Min. PG-13
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Overview

Synopsis by theflixtor - Documentary film about Arndt Pekurinen and the peace movement in the early 20th century. Pekurinen spoke out for pacifism, conscientious objection and peace, and received support for his actions around the world. However, his worldview collided with the nationalist and militaristic atmosphere of the era in Finland. He was considered a troublemaker, a traitor, and a caricature of masculinity. The film is a universal and timeless account of a man persecuted for his opinions. At the same time, it is a description of the weak tolerance of young independent Finland towards dissidents. Pekurinen was executed during the Continuation War by his compatriots on November 5, 1941.

Cast

Joonas Saartamo is Arndt Pekurinen (voice)
Arndt Pekurinen (voice)
Elena Leeve is Säde Pekurinen (voice)
Säde Pekurinen (voice)
Vilma Melasniemi is Aleksandra Pekurinen (voice)
Aleksandra Pekurinen (voice)
Olavi Uusivirta is Aarne Selinheimo / Aito Alsi (voice)
Aarne Selinheimo / Aito Alsi (voice)
Lauri Tilkanen is Tauno Tapanainen / Kaarlo Kinnunen (voice)
Tauno Tapanainen / Kaarlo Kinnunen (voice)
Hannu-Pekka Björkman is Ilmari Talvitie (voice)
Ilmari Talvitie (voice)
Taisto Oksanen is Freedy Kekäläinen (voice)
Freedy Kekäläinen (voice)
Olli Uosukainen is Juho Niukkanen (voice)
Juho Niukkanen (voice)
Nicholas Wancke is Somerville Hastings (voice)
Somerville Hastings (voice)