
Under the North Star
2009

Representation Score
Minimal
1973
Director
Jotaarkka Pennanen
Runtime
76 minutes
Average Rating
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This historical drama focuses on the study of class conflict and the collapse of social hierarchies, prioritizing the specific political and demographic realities of 1917 Finland. While the film lacks diversity in terms of gender, race, and LGBTQ+ identity, it provides a detailed exploration of systemic crises.
Category Breakdown
The film focuses on historical class struggle and the decline of a high-profile capitalist. There is no evidence of queer themes or non-straight-centered identities.
The film centers on a male industrialist, reflecting a focus on male figures of economic power. Women may appear, but their roles are less prominent.
Set in early 20th-century Finland, the film depicts a homogeneous population, reflecting the demographics of the time without seeking multi-ethnic representation.
The story explores the tension between capitalist institutions and revolutionary forces, highlighting the clash between wealth and social change.
There is no information regarding the depiction of physical disabilities or neurodivergence within this historical drama.
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Official Synopsis
On the eve of the Finnish Civil War, the film follows the last days of Alfred Kordelin, the richest man in Finland.

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