Onnen saari (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1955, Onnen saari is a drama film directed by Maunu Kurkvaara.
What it’s about. A young soldier named Olavi is seriously wounded on the front lines of the Continuation War and, while unconscious, recalls a happy summer when he and his friends landed on the island of Bornholm in a sailboat after a storm and met Birte, a girl from the archipelago. Only about 28 minutes of the film have been preserved in a 16 mm screening copy. Maunu Kurkvaara later compiled the film material into the film Ei enää eilispäivää (No More Yesterday).
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Onnen saari sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Onnen saari page.
If you liked it. Fans of Onnen saari tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Onnen saari (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Onnen saari change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Onnen saari worth watching?
- Onnen saari holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Onnen saari released?
- Onnen saari was released in 1955.