The Unknown Soldier (2017). A review of the WW2 Finnish war film.
Aku Louhimies’ 2017 adaptation of The Unknown Soldier ( Tuntematon sotilas ) is a visceral, three-hour epic that manages to be both a sprawling historical document and an intimate psychological character study. Based on Väinö Linna’s iconic 1954 novel, it follows a Finnish machine gun company through the (1941–1944) against the Soviet Union. The Grit of Authenticity The Unknown Soldier (2017)
The Unknown Soldier is a "hidden gem" of modern war cinema. It succeeds because it doesn't look away from the vulnerability and fear of its protagonists. Whether you are a history enthusiast or simply looking for a powerful drama, this film is essential viewing. this film is essential viewing.