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The Boys (1962)

6.819621h 46mFI
DramaWar

Directed by Mikko Niskanen

Rating

6.8/10

Runtime

1h 46m

Language

FI

Release

November 2, 1962

Director

Mikko Niskanen

Official Trailer

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Overview

When Continuation War started in Summer 1941, German soldiers arrived to Oulu. With their charm they conquered women and town boys. Finnish boys communicated with them on many levels: had trades, worked as interpreters, rotated business, spied on German love adventures and fought with each other abo...

Cast

Pentti Tarkiainen

Pentti Tarkiainen

Ilmari 'Immu' Kaarela

Vesa-Matti Loiri

Vesa-Matti Loiri

Jaakko 'Jake' Hoikka

Uti Saurio

Uti Saurio

Paavo 'Pate' Harju

Hannu Vironmäki

Hannu Vironmäki

Matti Korpi

Markku Söderström

Markku Söderström

Urkki

Heikki Rissanen

Heikki Rissanen

Kaaleppi

Ilkka Liikanen

Ilkka Liikanen

Martti

Martti Isosalo

Martti Isosalo

Topi

Reima Eskelinen

Reima Eskelinen

Jorma Valtanen

Jorma Valtanen

Liisa Nevalainen

Liisa Nevalainen

Jake's Mother

Kauko Helovirta

Kauko Helovirta

Fritz Mayer

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Boys (1962), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

When Continuation War started in Summer 1941, German soldiers arrived to Oulu. With their charm they conquered women and town boys. Finnish boys communicated with them on many levels: had trades, worked as interpreters, rotated business, spied on German love adventures and fought with each other about the favor of soldiers. In autumn 1944, the war was ending. Germans left Oulu by leaving behind fragile relationships, bastard kids and unfinished businesses. The most shocking of all was the faith of young Jake...

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Boys. 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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