Keres
Keres

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Keres

Movie
11 min
English

Drug dealer Lucas get a sudden wake up call when his ex-girlfriend comes back from the grave via the power of a Greek myth.

Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes84%
Metacritic63/100
Google Users87%
Director: Jalmari HelanderGenres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy

Plot Summary

In the final days of World War II, a lone Finnish soldier discovers a hidden Nazi gold stash and must fight his way through a brutal, unforgiving landscape. Pursued by Nazi soldiers and a relentless Finnish hunter, he embarks on a desperate quest for survival, facing impossible odds and the ghosts of his past.

Critical Reception

Sisu received widespread critical acclaim, with particular praise directed at its relentless action, Jorma Tommila's performance, and its unapologetic, over-the-top violence. Critics lauded its straightforward narrative and its embrace of pulpy B-movie sensibilities, often comparing it favorably to Grindhouse films and classic action cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • A gleefully violent and over-the-top action spectacle.

  • Jorma Tommila delivers a stoic and unforgettable performance as the titular 'Sisu'.

  • An unapologetic throwback to grindhouse and B-movie action.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly praised Sisu for its non-stop action, extreme violence, and the sheer entertainment value provided by its one-man-army protagonist. Many found it to be a fun, visceral, and satisfyingly brutal cinematic experience.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Sisu', is a Finnish concept that roughly translates to extraordinary determination, courage, and resilience in the face of extreme adversity.

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