Evakko (1956)

7.1/10 • 101 min • Drama History War

Overview

Evakko is a portrayal of Soviet-Finnish winter war of 1939/40 and the associated evacuations in different parts of the country. It tells the story of a Karelian family along with their whole village who were forced to leave their homes because of the war. The film has a surprisingly perky tone for the subject matter.

Cast

Santeri Karilo

Aato Nikkanen

Aino-Maija Tikkanen

Elvi Nikkanen

Kaarlo Wilska

Risto Havia

Sakari Jurkka

Otto Kiesi

Anton Soini

Tahvo Kiesi

Matti Oravisto

Tauno Tuomaala

Uljas Kandolin

Aluepäällikkö

Ville-Veikko Salminen

Jokela

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