Guarding Fires
"Light up the past"
Released 5 years ago in 2021. Guarding Fires is a drama film. directed by Inga Pohjolainen. At just 17 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Samuel Kujala, Talvikki Eerola, and Heli Hyttinen
Synopsis
The summer ahead is long and hot but the burden of shame from the past is haunting Joonas, 24, and driving him to solitude. A sudden phone call changes the direction of his summer and brings Joonas to an old manor for a summer job, forcing him to open up to his new workmates and to face his shame. Joonas works hard under the burning sun, driven by his past mistakes, whilst the others lounge under the calming shade of trees. On the last day the group loses track of time and misses the last bus home. They are left at the old manor and a magical midsummer night begins.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 10, 2021
4 years ago
Runtime
0h 17m
17 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
FI
Original language
Country
Finland
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FI
Production Companies
- Tampere University of Applied Sciences: School of Art & Media
- ELO Film School Finland
- University of Tampere, Theatre Arts Näty
- Aalto University
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Guarding Fires about?
The summer ahead is long and hot but the burden of shame from the past is haunting Joonas, 24, and driving him to solitude. A sudden phone call changes the direction of his summer and brings Joonas...
Who directed Guarding Fires?
Guarding Fires was directed by Inga Pohjolainen.
How long is Guarding Fires?
Guarding Fires has a runtime of 0 hours and 17 minutes (17 minutes total).
When was Guarding Fires released?
Guarding Fires was released on March 10, 2021 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Guarding Fires?
The main cast of Guarding Fires includes Samuel Kujala, Talvikki Eerola, Heli Hyttinen, Ville Mikkonen, Anna-Maija Oka.