Risti ja liekki (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 1957, Risti ja liekki is a drama and history film directed by Armand Lohikoski, running about 79 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in early 16th century Finland, a knight Olavi Gideoninpoika meets Mirjam Raakelintytär and falls in love. Mirjami hides in a monastery disguised as a choir boy, but is revealed by a monk Rasmus, who also desires her, and is put on trial.
Who’s in it. Risti ja liekki stars Tauno Palo as Olavi Gideoninpoika, Tarmo Manni as Rasmus, Anneli Sauli as Mirjam Raakelintytär and Edvin Laine as Nuntius, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, Risti ja liekki has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Risti ja liekki page.
If you liked it. Fans of Risti ja liekki tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Risti ja liekki (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Risti ja liekki change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Risti ja liekki worth watching?
- Risti ja liekki holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Risti ja liekki?
- Risti ja liekki stars Tauno Palo, Tarmo Manni, Anneli Sauli, Edvin Laine and Thure Bahne.
- When was Risti ja liekki released?
- Risti ja liekki was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.