Minna Canth

Minna Canth

1844-03-19
53 (1897-05-12)
Tampere, Finland

Finnish writer and social activist.

Tampere, Finland

Finnish writer and social activist.

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Anna-Liisa 1922 (6.2)

Anna-Liisa carries a secret. Three years ago she killed the baby she had with Mikko, the old hired hand of Kortesuo. Now she's marrying Johannes, when suddenly Mikko comes back.
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Anna-Liisa 1988 (4.5)

Minna Canth's tragic story, based on real events, about the life of a young girl, Anna Liisa. Burdened with heavy guilt, Anna Liisa struggles internally amid pressure from those around her. In the end, the only option left is to face the truth and seek reconciliation.
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Roinilan talossa 1935 (8)

In the rural landscape of southern Häme, the lost will of the recently deceased Ojala is being sought. In its absence, Olli, the master's nephew, takes possession of the house. The devious Olli tries to win over Anna, the daughter of the Roinila family, who is fond of Mauno, the farmhand.