Resistant (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2021, Resistant is a documentary film directed by Ville Suhonen, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. Documentary film about Arndt Pekurinen and the peace movement in the early 20th century. Pekurinen spoke out for pacifism, conscientious objection and peace, and received support for his actions around the world. However, his worldview collided with the nationalist and militaristic atmosphere of the era in Finland. He was considered a troublemaker, a traitor, and a caricature of masculinity. The film is a universal and timeless account of a man persecuted for his opinions. At the same time, it is a description of the weak tolerance of young independent Finland towards dissidents. Pekurinen was executed during the Continuation War by his compatriots on November 5, 1941.
Who’s in it. Resistant stars Joonas Saartamo as Arndt Pekurinen (voice), Elena Leeve as Säde Pekurinen (voice), Vilma Melasniemi as Aleksandra Pekurinen (voice) and Olavi Uusivirta as Aarne Selinheimo / Aito Alsi (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Resistant has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Resistant page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Resistant (2021)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Resistant change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Resistant worth watching?
- Resistant holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Resistant?
- Resistant stars Joonas Saartamo, Elena Leeve, Vilma Melasniemi, Olavi Uusivirta and Lauri Tilkanen.
- When was Resistant released?
- Resistant was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.