Spring in the Forest
1974 · 89 min · ★ 5.2 · Drama
Based on the novel “Ukuaru” by Veera Saar, a story about Minna, a young woman who has to make choices in the name of her true love, home, and the continuation of life.
Directed by Leida Laius · Written by Mats Traat
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Elle Kull Minna -
Lembit Ulfsak Aksel -
Velda Otsus Minna's Mother -
Jüri Järvet Minna's Father -
Helene Viir Aksel's Mother -
Oskar Liigand Aksel's Father -
Antanas Barčas Master of Keldriaugu -
Malle Haamer Loreida -
Astrid Lepa Loreida's Mother -
Heino Mandri Forester -
Tõnu Saar Artur -
Enn Klooren Forest Brother
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