August Fools
Originally released in 2013. August Fools is a comedy/romance film. directed by Taru Mäkelä.
Starring Kati Outinen, Miroslav Etzler, and Elena Leeve
Synopsis
An comedy set in 1960s Helsinki. The story revolves around Elsa, a resolute hatmaker who is in complete control of her life. Besides running her shop, she sometimes doubles as a fortune teller. When Jan, a Czechoslovakian jazz musician and Elsa's old lover comes to town to perform at a "peace and friendship festival", her well-organised life is jolted out of balance.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 4, 2013
12 years ago
Runtime
1h 44m
104 minutes total
User Rating
5.1/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
FI
Original language
Country
Czech Republic
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Director
Top Cast
Kati Outinen
as Elsa Aho
Miroslav Etzler
as Jan Novák, ”Delcos”
Elena Leeve
as Minni
Kryštof Hádek
as Adam Černý
Esko Salminen
as Kansliapäällikkö Ståhl
Laura Birn
as Kaarina Suo
Tommi Korpela
as Jalkanen
Mads Sjøgård Pettersen
as Robert
Antti Autio
as Rauhanmarssija
Vesa Vierikko
as Tohtori Borenius
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FI
Production Companies
- Kinosto
- Pomor Film
- Fog'n'Desire Films
- Česká televize
- Filmgården
Frequently Asked Questions
What is August Fools about?
An comedy set in 1960s Helsinki. The story revolves around Elsa, a resolute hatmaker who is in complete control of her life. Besides running her shop, she sometimes doubles as a fortune teller. Whe...
Who directed August Fools?
August Fools was directed by Taru Mäkelä.
How long is August Fools?
August Fools has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
When was August Fools released?
August Fools was released on October 4, 2013 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in August Fools?
The main cast of August Fools includes Kati Outinen, Miroslav Etzler, Elena Leeve, Kryštof Hádek, Esko Salminen.