Resistant (2021)

  • K-7
  • 07/09/2021 (FI)
  • Documentary
  • 1h 20m

Overview

Documentary film about Arndt Pekurinen and the peace movement in the early 20th century. Pekurinen spoke out for pacifism, conscientious objection and peace, and received support for his actions around the world. However, his worldview collided with the nationalist and militaristic atmosphere of the era in Finland. He was considered a troublemaker, a traitor, and a caricature of masculinity. The film is a universal and timeless account of a man persecuted for his opinions. At the same time, it is a description of the weak tolerance of young independent Finland towards dissidents. Pekurinen was executed during the Continuation War by his compatriots on November 5, 1941.

Ville Suhonen

Writer, Director

Cast

Joonas Saartamo's headshot

Joonas Saartamo

Arndt Pekurinen (voice)
Elena Leeve's headshot

Elena Leeve

Säde Pekurinen (voice)
Vilma Melasniemi's headshot

Vilma Melasniemi

Aleksandra Pekurinen (voice)
Olavi Uusivirta's headshot

Olavi Uusivirta

Aarne Selinheimo / Aito Alsi (voice)
Lauri Tilkanen's headshot

Lauri Tilkanen

Tauno Tapanainen / Kaarlo Kinnunen (voice)
Hannu-Pekka Björkman's headshot

Hannu-Pekka Björkman

Ilmari Talvitie (voice)
Taisto Oksanen's headshot

Taisto Oksanen

Freedy Kekäläinen (voice)
Olli Uosukainen's headshot

Olli Uosukainen

Juho Niukkanen (voice)

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