Armi Alive! (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 2015, Armi Alive! is a drama and documentary film directed by Jörn Donner, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. Armi Ratia is the woman behind the legendary design company Marimekko and a worldwide celebrity. A theatre company has taken on the task of trying to portray the life and work of this complex person. The sets mainly consist of the well-known patterns that we all have grown to love. Armi is a brave, risk-taking businesswoman and her passion for her company repeatedly takes its toll on her employees, finances and family. The company grows while Armi's personal life is shaken by suicide attempts and turbulence. In Armi Alive!, Oscar-nominated film producer and director Jörn Donner portrays a fascinating woman with fervent ideas about the new Finnish man, her company, fabrics and clothes.
Who’s in it. Armi Alive! stars Minna Haapkylä as Armi Ratia, Hannu-Pekka Björkman as Viljo Ratia, Rea Mauranen as Kerttu and Pekka Strang as Director, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Armi Alive! has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Armi Alive! page.
If you liked it. Fans of Armi Alive! tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Armi Alive! (2015)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Armi Alive! change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Armi Alive! worth watching?
- Armi Alive! holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Armi Alive!?
- Armi Alive! stars Minna Haapkylä, Hannu-Pekka Björkman, Rea Mauranen, Pekka Strang and Laura Birn.
- When was Armi Alive! released?
- Armi Alive! was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.