Why it may be worth watching
- Sysmäläinen combines Comedy and History elements in one feature.
- The principal cast includes Olavi Reimas, Sirkka Sari, Vilho Auvinen.
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Sysmäläinen
In 17th century Finland young Arvid is forced to marry Brita but their ways soon part when their respective fathers move to different places. Years roll by and Arvid grows up into a handsome and respected Thirty Years' War veteran known for his excellent fencing skills. However, he has fallen madly in love with a local maiden who does not reciprocate his advances, not to mention that his forced marriage to Brita is still valid.
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Cast
Olavi ReimasArvid Tandefelt
Sirkka SariBrita Ekestubbe
Vilho AuvinenHaavuri-Kustaa
Kerttu SalmiJohanna
Uuno LaaksoErik Stjernhök
Sven RelanderAxel Ringius
Topo LeisteläArvid's Father
Paavo JännesHenrik Ekestubbe
Tuulikki SchreckBrita as Child
Kalevi KoskiArvid as Child
Kosti AaltonenMerchant (uncredited)
Iivari KainulainenVicar (uncredited)
Ida SalmiVicar's Wife (uncredited)
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Who may enjoy it
Best suited to viewers looking for Comedy, History. Its shorter runtime also makes it easier to fit into one sitting.
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Themes and topics
based on novel or bookswashbuckler17th century1620s
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