Eight Deadly Shots
Originally released in 1972. Eight Deadly Shots is a drama film. directed by Mikko Niskanen. With a runtime of 2h 25m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Mikko Niskanen, Tarja-Tuulikki Tarsala, and Paavo Pentikäinen
Synopsis
Small-scale farmer Pasi shoots four policemen who have come to arrest him for raged drunkenness. Rest of the movie is a long flashback examining the events that finally leads to the tragic shooting. As time goes by, Pasi sinks gradually deeper and deeper into the poverty, gets into trouble with both police and tax officials while family arguments grow more and more serious. Based on a true story.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 15, 1972
53 years ago
Runtime
2h 25m
145 minutes total
User Rating
7.7/10
Great (19 votes)
Language
FI
Original language
Country
Finland
Production
Director
Top Cast
Mikko Niskanen
as Pasi
Tarja-Tuulikki Tarsala
as Vaimo - Pasi's Wife
Paavo Pentikäinen
as Reiska
Tauno Paananen
as Tauno, "Tanu"
Elina Liimatainen
as Elina, "Ellu"
Ari Vainiontaus
as Ari
Mauno Argillander
as Manu
Sulo Hokkanen
as Sulo Kokki
Ilmari Piilonen
as Riistapäällikkö - gamekeeper
Yrjö Liehunen
as Kauppias - Shopkeeper
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FI
Production Companies
- YLE
- Käpy-Filmi
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eight Deadly Shots about?
Small-scale farmer Pasi shoots four policemen who have come to arrest him for raged drunkenness. Rest of the movie is a long flashback examining the events that finally leads to the tragic shooting...
Who directed Eight Deadly Shots?
Eight Deadly Shots was directed by Mikko Niskanen.
How long is Eight Deadly Shots?
Eight Deadly Shots has a runtime of 2 hours and 25 minutes (145 minutes total).
When was Eight Deadly Shots released?
Eight Deadly Shots was released on September 15, 1972 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Eight Deadly Shots?
The main cast of Eight Deadly Shots includes Mikko Niskanen, Tarja-Tuulikki Tarsala, Paavo Pentikäinen, Tauno Paananen, Elina Liimatainen.