Directing
Veljo Käsper
Born May 13, 1930 · Tallinn, Estonia
Died March 16, 1982 · aged 51
Veljo Käsper (May 13, 1930 Tallinn – March 16, 1982 Tallinn) was an Estonian film director and scenarist. In 1964 he graduated from Gerasimov Institute of Cinematography. Since 1960 he worked at Tallinnfilm. As a film director, he often dared to experiment with points of view that were not always in line with the will of the communist party ideology that was ruling at the time.
Known For
Dangerous Games · 1974Dangerous Games
★ 7.51974
MovieAdventureDrama
The capital of Estonia is occupied by Germans. Three local boys plan to blow up the cinema where the German soldiers often spend time at. However, their plans will change when they accidentally meet a mysterious stranger. A complicated and dangerous game begins where the rules are not set by the schoolkids.
Gladiator · 1971Gladiator
★ 7.51971
MovieDrama
Joonas and Tiidrik are two men from the island of Saaremaa who recklessly escape from the German prison during the First World War. Yet, there are no peaceful times in their home country neither.
Küljetuul · 1984Küljetuul
1984
MovieDrama
Raivo and Martin are teammates. Martin was a kicked out from the Soviet Union team, but hopes to get back there. Raivo has everything to reach top, but hasn’t decided what to do. His relationship with Kristiina is also messed up. There is no consensus at home either - in mother's opinion it is wiser to go to school and acquire a proper profession. However, the multi-day race of the Spartakiat of nations is ahead.
Time to Live, Time to Love · 1977Time to Live, Time to Love
★ 9.01977
MovieDrama
Debora and Silver get into a serious car accident after a romantic night together. Silver escapes with a slight injury, but Debora's life is in danger and the doctors say there is no hope for her. Doctor Melts sees an opportunity in transplantation of dying Debora's kidneys to save the life of a professor who has a few weeks to live. However, the professor proposes a treatment for Debora that will exclude transplantation. The truth about the price of her life will change Debora's world.
Ice Run · 1963Ice Run
★ 6.01963
MovieDramaHistory
Two proud fisherman families live on a very small island in Estonia. The two fishermen have always bore a grudge against each other. Their stubbornness and disobedience to German occupiers leads to dramatic events where staying alive is worse than death. Since it is impossible to escape public contempt, they have to decide how to redeem themselves.
Supernova · 1966Supernova
★ 10.01966
MovieDrama
A talented young student of astronomy and an experienced strict professor both dream about discovering a supernova. When the student experiences beginner's luck, the whole research group will be excited. Then, opposite scientific approaches collide and decisions must be made - now the greatness of the scientist's spirit will open up.
Ski Trip · 1964Ski Trip
1964
MovieDocumentary
Two young men ski through snowy Estonia, getting to know some beautiful landscapes and industry. The skiing ends with sauna and a dance party.
Vocation · 1980Vocation
1980
MovieDocumentary
A documentary film about the rural cinematographer of Pukskiy volost in Valga County, Jaan Vihme — a man for whom bringing the joy of cinema to people has become both a calling and a hobby, as well as the beloved work of his entire life…
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