
07 Nov 2024

The Piano Lesson
A brother and sister's battle over a prized heirloom piano unleashes haunting truths about how the past is perceived — and who defines a family legacy.
The story, set in the 19th century, revolves around the hot-blooded Jussi, a young farmer, and his friend Antti and their brushes with the local nimismies (sheriff) and the häjyt (badmen). The film, shot on location on the plains of Ostrobothnia, conveys a good sense of its unique landscape. Both Järviluoma and the director, Jalmari Lahdensuo were from Ostrobothnia and the film successfully expresses a feeling of the true spirit of the province.
Erkki Harri
Jussi Harri
Maija Harri
Antti Hanka
Liisa
Kaisa
Salttu
Koljola
Vallesmanni
Kriivari
Köysti Karjanmaa
Suutari
Kaappo
Herastuomari
Siltavouti
07 Nov 2024
A brother and sister's battle over a prized heirloom piano unleashes haunting truths about how the past is perceived — and who defines a family legacy.
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