Harjunpää ja kiusantekijät
Harjunpää ja kiusantekijät

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Harjunpää ja kiusantekijät

1993
Movie
102 min
Finnish

Inspector Timo Harjunpää works on harassment and extortion campaign case against successful computer expert.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Åke LindmanGenres: Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

Detective Harjunpää is investigating a series of mysterious deaths that seem connected to a children's television show. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a disturbing pattern of manipulation and psychological torment. The case takes a dark turn as the perpetrator's motives become increasingly sinister, forcing Harjunpää to confront the darkest aspects of human nature.

Critical Reception

While not widely released internationally, 'Harjunpää ja kiusantekijät' was a significant film within Finnish cinema, praised for its mature handling of dark themes and its compelling detective narrative. It is remembered for its unsettling atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from the lead actors.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful and atmospheric crime storytelling.

  • Appreciated for its mature exploration of psychological themes.

  • Noted for strong performances from the lead detective and supporting cast.

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Fun Fact

The film is based on Matti Yrjänä Joensuu's novel of the same name, continuing the popular Detective Harjunpää series.

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