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Hamlet Goes Business

August 21, 1987 1h 29m 6.7/10 (46 votes)

Originally released in 1987. Hamlet Goes Business is a comedy/drama film. directed by Aki Kaurismäki. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Pirkka-Pekka Petelius, Esko Salminen, and Kati Outinen

Synopsis

When Hamlet discovers his father’s deceased body, he finds himself pulled into a power struggle as his scheming uncle attempts to secure a monopoly on the Scandinavian rubber duck industry. Will Hamlet avenge his father? Will he become the king of rubber ducks? Does any of it really matter?

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 21, 1987 38 years ago
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Runtime 1h 29m 89 minutes total
User Rating 6.7/10 Good (46 votes)
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Language FI Original language
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Country Finland Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FI

Production Companies

  • Villealfa Filmproductions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hamlet Goes Business about?

When Hamlet discovers his father’s deceased body, he finds himself pulled into a power struggle as his scheming uncle attempts to secure a monopoly on the Scandinavian rubber duck industry. Will ...

Who directed Hamlet Goes Business?

Hamlet Goes Business was directed by Aki Kaurismäki.

How long is Hamlet Goes Business?

Hamlet Goes Business has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).

When was Hamlet Goes Business released?

Hamlet Goes Business was released on August 21, 1987 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Hamlet Goes Business?

The main cast of Hamlet Goes Business includes Pirkka-Pekka Petelius, Esko Salminen, Kati Outinen, Elina Salo, Esko Nikkari.