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Release Year2008
Runtime0h 53m
LanguageRussian
CertificationNR
GenresDocumentary
Votes3
DirectorNina Stenros, Anu Valve
WritersNina Stenros, Anu Valve
TypeFeature Film
Rating3.7 out of 10
Cast4 credited
Also Known AsThe Truth About Sauna: The Truth About Finns
About The Truth About Sauna: The Truth About Finns
Taking sauna is the Finnish people's national obsession, so there are two of the per five Fins, and they build theme everywhere, even on military operations and aboard vessels, but preferably near a lake, to dive in even on ice days, with trees to cut whisking birches from. Weekly, usually on Saturday, is considered a hygienic minimum, daily the good life, especially in summer and holidays. It's a family and/or social activity, relaxing and removing social barriers, but also linked to sports and all kinds of bonding.
Directed by Nina Stenros, Anu Valve, The Truth About Sauna: The Truth About Finns leans on a strong ensemble — Sirkka-Liisa Anttila, Jörn Donner, Neil Hardwick — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about documentary titles of 2008.
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