Resistant
Sep 20, 2021 · 1h 20m
Director
Ville SuhonenOverview
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.
Cast of Resistant
Joonas SaartamoArndt Pekurinen (voice)
Elena LeeveSäde Pekurinen (voice)
Vilma MelasniemiAleksandra Pekurinen (voice)
Olavi UusivirtaAarne Selinheimo / Aito Alsi (voice)
Lauri TilkanenTauno Tapanainen / Kaarlo Kinnunen (voice)
Hannu-Pekka BjörkmanIlmari Talvitie (voice)
Taisto OksanenFreedy Kekäläinen (voice)
Olli UosukainenJuho Niukkanen (voice)- Nicholas WanckeSomerville Hastings (voice)
Crew of Resistant
About Resistant
What is Resistant about?
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…
When was Resistant released?
Resistant was released on September 20, 2021.
How long is Resistant?
Resistant runs 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).
Who directed Resistant?
Resistant was directed by Ville Suhonen.
Who is in the cast of Resistant?
The cast of Resistant includes Joonas Saartamo (Arndt Pekurinen (voice)), Elena Leeve (Säde Pekurinen (voice)), Vilma Melasniemi (Aleksandra Pekurinen (voice)), Olavi Uusivirta (Aarne Selinheimo / Aito Alsi (voice)) and Lauri Tilkanen (Tauno Tapanainen / Kaarlo Kinnunen (voice)).