Christmas in Vigala
Originally released in 1981. Christmas in Vigala is a drama/history film. directed by Mark Soosaar. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Evald Aavik, Kersti Kreismann, and Häli Saarm
Synopsis
The Christmas of 1905 in Vigala is not a peaceful holiday. The manor house has just been pillaged during the peasant's revolt; the air is full of smoke of fire and there is the premonition of inevitable punishment. Bernhard Laipmann is a tenant farmer whose wife is asking him to leave home since her husband keeps drawing the attention of the authorities. Having doubts about leaving, Laipmann is inspired by endeavouring towards freedom and equality and alarmed by the violence of the revolution.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 23, 1981
45 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
ET
Original language
Country
Soviet Union
Production
Director
Top Cast
Evald Aavik
as Bernhard Laipmann
Kersti Kreismann
as Liisa Laipmann
Häli Saarm
as Daughter Salme
Kadriann Soosaar
as Daughter Alma
Ants Jõgi
as Father
Jüri Arrak
as Ants Laikmaa
Viktor Balashov
as General Bezobrazov
Linnar Priimägi
as Baron Uexküll
Ago Roo
as Baron Rennenkampf
Margus Oopkaup
as Anton Kolumbus
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ET
Production Companies
- Tallinnfilm
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christmas in Vigala about?
The Christmas of 1905 in Vigala is not a peaceful holiday. The manor house has just been pillaged during the peasant's revolt; the air is full of smoke of fire and there is the premonition of inevi...
Who directed Christmas in Vigala?
Christmas in Vigala was directed by Mark Soosaar.
How long is Christmas in Vigala?
Christmas in Vigala has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was Christmas in Vigala released?
Christmas in Vigala was released on January 23, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Christmas in Vigala?
The main cast of Christmas in Vigala includes Evald Aavik, Kersti Kreismann, Häli Saarm, Kadriann Soosaar, Ants Jõgi.