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The Potato Venture

"A 17th-century start-up comedy"

December 25, 2020 1h 49m 5.7/10 (15 votes)

Originally released in 2020. The Potato Venture is a comedy film. directed by Joona Tena.

Starring Joonas Nordman, Kari Hietalahti, and Kari Ketonen

Synopsis

A young Start-up entrepreneur tries to start importing potato to 17th century Finland. The new class of bourgeoisie is emerging and shaking up the stagnant spirit of the era. But nobody believes in potato, and the Turnip-Sellers Guild decides to squash the disturbance caused by the young entrepreneurs. In the end, the bumpy road of potatoes grows into mythical proportions.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 25, 2020 5 years ago
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Runtime 1h 49m 109 minutes total
User Rating 5.7/10 Mixed (15 votes)
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Budget $2.2M Production budget
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Language FI Original language
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Country Finland Production

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FI
Budget
$2,200,000

Production Companies

  • Yellow Film & TV

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Potato Venture about?

A young Start-up entrepreneur tries to start importing potato to 17th century Finland. The new class of bourgeoisie is emerging and shaking up the stagnant spirit of the era. But nobody believes in...

Who directed The Potato Venture?

The Potato Venture was directed by Joona Tena.

How long is The Potato Venture?

The Potato Venture has a runtime of 1 hours and 49 minutes (109 minutes total).

When was The Potato Venture released?

The Potato Venture was released on December 25, 2020 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Potato Venture?

The main cast of The Potato Venture includes Joonas Nordman, Kari Hietalahti, Kari Ketonen, Mikko Penttilä, Linnea Leino.