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Tove

The film explores the life of Tove Jansson, delving into her intimate relationships and the inspiration behind her beloved Moomin stories.

Tove Jansson, a painter in post-war Helsinki, experiences artistic and social freedom, challenging her traditional sculptor father's values. She embarks on an open relationship with a married politician and meets theatre director Vivica Bandler, whose love is electric but unrequited. As Tove navigates her personal life, her creative work, including the Moomins, gains international fame and financial freedom. However, her unrequited love for Vivica hinders her true liberation, and she must learn to break away to find herself and achieve true freedom.

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Info about Tove

Studio(s): Helsinki-filmi, Anagram Film

Originally Released: United States, Oct 02, 2020

Production Countries: Finland, Sweden

Genres:Biography, Drama