The Cuckoo (2002) is set in September 1944, just days before Finland's exit from World War II. Veiko, a Finnish sniper, is ostracized by his fellow soldiers for his pacifist views and is left to die in a remote Lapland forest, shackled and dressed in a German uniform. After escaping his bonds, Veiko encounters a series of unexpected events. He witnesses a Russian captain, Ivan, being held prisoner and later rescued by Anni, a Lapp reindeer farmer. Anni nurses Ivan back to health, and Veiko, seeking tools to remove his shackles, finds himself at Anni's farm. Despite language barriers and cultural differences, the three form an unusual bond, leading to a complex and emotional relationship. Veiko and Ivan initially misunderstand each other's intentions, but over time, they develop a deep friendship. Anni, who has been alone for years, finds solace and companionship in both men. The film explores themes of survival, love, and the human connection amidst the chaos of war, culminating in a poignant and unforgettable narrative.
Credits
Direction Aleksandr Rogozhkin
Cast Anni-Kristiina Juuso · Ville Haapasalo · Viktor Bychkov · Aleksey Kashnikov · Vladimir Matveev · Mikhail Korobochkin
Soundtrack Dmitri Pavlov
Screenplay Aleksandr Rogozhkin
Cinematography Andrei Zhegalov
Technical sheet
Title The Cuckoo
Original title Kukushka
Also known as The Cuckoo
Year 2002
Type Movie
Length 99 min.
Country Russia
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