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The Year of the Hare
Young advertising executive Vatanen suddenly quits his job and his whole life in Helsinki, and decides to spend a while in the Finnish wilderness. A wounded hare hit by a car becomes his travel companion. Together they find reclusion in the Finnish Lapland, soon to be disturbed by a noisy group of foreign tourists and their pretentious Finnish hosts. When the hare gets ill and needs to see a vet, Vatanen must return to the city and finally face the choice between his new and former life
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Plot Summary
This documentary explores the life cycle and behaviors of the arctic hare in its natural habitat. It captures the challenges and beauty of survival in the harsh Arctic environment, showcasing the animal's adaptations and its interactions with its surroundings. The film offers a close-up look at the hare's existence through different seasons.
Critical Reception
The film was noted for its intimate portrayal of animal life and its stunning cinematography of the Arctic landscape. It garnered attention for its educational value and its artistic approach to nature documentary filmmaking, though detailed critical reviews from its release are scarce.
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Praised for its detailed observation of arctic wildlife.
Appreciated for its visually striking depiction of the Arctic.
Seen as an educational and immersive nature film.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot entirely on location in the Arctic, requiring extensive planning and patience to capture the natural behavior of the arctic hare.
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