Movie

The Joys of Midlife

★ 5.6(5)19871h 11m

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Good to know

Director: Lembit Ulfsak
Release date: 1987-07-06
Runtime: 1h 11m
Language: Estonian
Status: Released
Country: Soviet Union
Studio: Tallinnfilm

About The Joys of Midlife

The Joys of Midlife is a 1987 movie in the Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Lembit Ulfsak, starring Tõnu Kark, Maria Klenskaja and Kaie Mihkelson. It has a runtime of 1 hour 11 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.6/10 from 5 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Joys of Midlife in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Five people who have recently reached middle-age are driving through Estonia to visit a famous witch-therapist to get rid of their problems. The somber-funny road movie gives a good overview of the life, people and daily problems in Estonia at the end of the Soviet period.

Cast

Tõnu Kark

Tõnu Loorits

Maria Klenskaja

Pille Loorits

Kaie Mihkelson

Helena

Ülle Kaljuste

Silvia Raud

Lembit Ulfsak

Hubert Raud

Arvo Kukumägi

Farmer Jüri

Aire Koop

Jüri's Wife

Hendrik Toompere

Student Ott

Ene Järvis

Helena's Friend

Heino Mandri

Uncle Raul

Leida Sibul

Silvia's Mother

Hilda Koni

Silvia's Mother's Friend

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Joys of Midlife in Canada?+

The Joys of Midlife is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Joys of Midlife on Netflix?+

The Joys of Midlife is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is The Joys of Midlife?+

The Joys of Midlife has a runtime of 1 hour 11 minutes (71 minutes).

Who stars in The Joys of Midlife?+

The Joys of Midlife stars Tõnu Kark, Maria Klenskaja, Kaie Mihkelson, Ülle Kaljuste and Lembit Ulfsak.

When did The Joys of Midlife come out?+

The Joys of Midlife is a 1987 movie directed by Lembit Ulfsak.

What genre is The Joys of Midlife?+

The Joys of Midlife is Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed The Joys of Midlife?+

The Joys of Midlife was directed by Lembit Ulfsak.