Edvin Laine
Director
Niskavuoren Heta (1952)
Heta, the strong-willed daughter of the Niskavuori family, who is pregnant, marries Akusti, a farmhand, and remains bitter toward Santeria, who broke her heart. Heta and Akusti begin their life together on the modest Muumäki farm, where they are assisted by their loyal maid Siipirikko.
Genres: Drama
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Production Companies: Suomen Filmiteollisuus
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Runtime: 95 min.
Released: Dec. 25, 1952
Status: Released
Certification: NR / 7+