Elokuu (1956): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming
1956 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1956, Elokuu is a drama film directed by Matti Kassila, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. The title of the Finnish film Elokuu translates to August. Directed by Matti Kassila, one of Finland's premiere filmmakers, Elokuu was adapted from a novel by Nobel prize winning finnish author F.E. Sillanpää. Simply put, the story concerns the decline and fall of a once-proud family, thanks to the alcoholism of its paterfamilias. Toivo Makela delivers a powerfully effective performance as the inebriated protagonist, avoiding the usual "drunken" cliches. The overlong running time, coupled with the downbeat nature of the subject, limited the film's worldwide appeal.
Who’s in it. Elokuu stars Toivo Mäkelä as Viktor, Emma Väänänen as Saimi, Rauni Luoma as Maija and Rauni Ikäheimo as Iita, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Elokuu has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Elokuu page.
If you liked it. Fans of Elokuu tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.
Häufige Fragen
- Where can I watch Elokuu (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Elokuu change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Elokuu worth watching?
- Elokuu holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Elokuu?
- Elokuu stars Toivo Mäkelä, Emma Väänänen, Rauni Luoma, Rauni Ikäheimo and Heikki Savolainen.
- When was Elokuu released?
- Elokuu was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.