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Twisted Roots (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 2009, Twisted Roots is a notable film directed by Saara Saarela, running about 99 minutes.

What it’s about. In this stylish Finnish drama, the secrets and desires of a family can no longer be suppressed. Mikko turns out to have a hereditary illness. Since then he has been worried. How long can he continue to run the family business that he and inherited from his father, just like his illness? And how does he tell his teenage daughter and adult son that they might have the wrong genes? The imaginative eight-year-old Lumi, adopted from China, also cannot get away from her roots.

Who’s in it. Twisted Roots stars Pertti Sveholm as Mikko, Milka Ahlroth as Mirjami, Niko Saarela as Sakari and Emma Louhivuori as Pihla, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Twisted Roots has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Twisted Roots page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Twisted Roots (2009)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Twisted Roots change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Twisted Roots worth watching?
Twisted Roots holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Twisted Roots?
Twisted Roots stars Pertti Sveholm, Milka Ahlroth, Niko Saarela, Emma Louhivuori and Silva Robbins.
When was Twisted Roots released?
Twisted Roots was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.