A Moment in the Reeds movie poster

A Moment in the Reeds

June 29, 2018 1h 48m 6.1/10 (87 votes)

Originally released in 2018. A Moment in the Reeds is a romance/drama film. directed by Mikko Mäkelä.

Starring Janne Puustinen, Boodi Kabbani, and Mika Melender

Synopsis

Having moved to Paris for university, Leevi returns to his native Finland for the summer to help his estranged father renovate the family lake house so it can be sold. Tareq, a recent asylum seeker from Syria, has been hired to help with the work, and when Leevi's father has to return to town on business, the two young men establish a connection and embark on a romance set against the idyllic Finnish summer. However, looming over this chance encounter, is the father's imminent return to the lake house, the continuation of Leevi's studies abroad as well as Tareq's complex relationship with his family in Syria.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 29, 2018 7 years ago
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Runtime 1h 48m 108 minutes total
User Rating 6.1/10 Good (87 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

  • Wild Beast Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Moment in the Reeds about?

Having moved to Paris for university, Leevi returns to his native Finland for the summer to help his estranged father renovate the family lake house so it can be sold. Tareq, a recent asylum seeker...

Who directed A Moment in the Reeds?

A Moment in the Reeds was directed by Mikko Mäkelä.

How long is A Moment in the Reeds?

A Moment in the Reeds has a runtime of 1 hours and 48 minutes (108 minutes total).

When was A Moment in the Reeds released?

A Moment in the Reeds was released on June 29, 2018 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in A Moment in the Reeds?

The main cast of A Moment in the Reeds includes Janne Puustinen, Boodi Kabbani, Mika Melender, Virpi Rautsiala.