The Saimaa Gesture
A documentary film about a tour of three Finnish rock bands around Saimaa lake system in a steam boat in 1981. The bands (Juice Leskinen Slam, Eppu Normaali and Hassisen Kone) are shown playing songs in their gigs and, in between, the members give intimate interviews or just act plain silly and have a good time.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Saimaa-Ilmiö |
| Year | 1981 |
| Country | Finland |
| Genre | Documentary, Music |
| Director | Mika Kaurismäki |
| Runtime | 128 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.0/10 (12 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The Saimaa Gesture is a solid entry rated 7.0/10. Not a masterpiece, but quality work that won't leave you disappointed.
A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.
A classic from 1981. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
— MovieFinder Editorial
🎭 Cast
Juice Leskinen
Self - Juice Leskinen Slam
Vesa Sytelä
Self - Juice Leskinen Slam
Safka Pekkonen
Self - Juice Leskinen Slam
Petteri Salminen
Self - Juice Leskinen Slam
Ila Louenranta
Self - Juice Leskinen Slam
Jari Yliaho
Self - Juice Leskinen Slam
Ismo Alanko
Self - Hassisen Kone
Jussi Kinnunen
Self - Hassisen Kone
Reijo Heiskanen
Self - Hassisen Kone
Harri Kinnunen
Self - Hassisen Kone
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