Learned by Heart

Learned by Heart

2007 · 29 min · Animation

Marjut Rimminen's and Päivi Takala's animated film sheds light on childhood in post-war Finland. In it, an animated and documentary film combined with a rich sound expression create a multifaceted story.

Directed by Päivi Takala · Written by Marjut Rimminen

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