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August Fools (2013)

5.120131h 44mFI
ComedyRomance

Directed by Taru Mäkelä

Rating

5.1/10

Runtime

1h 44m

Language

FI

Release

October 4, 2013

Director

Taru Mäkelä

Overview

An comedy set in 1960s Helsinki. The story revolves around Elsa, a resolute hatmaker who is in complete control of her life. Besides running her shop, she sometimes doubles as a fortune teller. When Jan, a Czechoslovakian jazz musician and Elsa's old lover comes to town to perform at a "peace and fr...

Cast

Kati Outinen

Kati Outinen

Elsa Aho

Miroslav Etzler

Miroslav Etzler

Jan Novák, ”Delcos”

Elena Leeve

Elena Leeve

Minni

Kryštof Hádek

Kryštof Hádek

Adam Černý

Esko Salminen

Esko Salminen

Kansliapäällikkö Ståhl

Laura Birn

Laura Birn

Kaarina Suo

Tommi Korpela

Tommi Korpela

Jalkanen

Mads Sjøgård Pettersen

Mads Sjøgård Pettersen

Robert

Antti Autio

Antti Autio

Rauhanmarssija

Vesa Vierikko

Vesa Vierikko

Tohtori Borenius

Denny Ratajský

Denny Ratajský

Pavel

Petr Stach

Petr Stach

Vaclav

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into August Fools (2013), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

An comedy set in 1960s Helsinki. The story revolves around Elsa, a resolute hatmaker who is in complete control of her life. Besides running her shop, she sometimes doubles as a fortune teller. When Jan, a Czechoslovakian jazz musician and Elsa's old lover comes to town to perform at a "peace and friendship festival", her well-organised life is jolted out of balance.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of August Fools. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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