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The Winter War

Two Finnish brothers are forced to join the army in 1939 to fight in the brutal war between Finland and the Soviet Union.

During World War 2, Finland's defense against Russia's invasion in 1939 prompts two brothers, Martti and Paavo Hakala, to leave their farm and join a Finnish platoon.

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Info about The Winter War

Studio(s): National-Filmi

Originally Released: United States, Dec 30, 1989

Production Country: Finland

Genres:Drama, History, War