Viimeinen savotta

Viimeinen savotta

1977 · 128 min · ★ 5.5 · Drama

Follows the life of a pauper child Vike Nilonpoika from the early 1900's to the 1960s. During this time he works as a lumberjack in Lapland after running away from the despotic master. He soon becomes familiar with hookers, card hustlers and alcohol.

Directed by Edvin Laine · Written by Kalle Päätalo

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