Movie

August Fools

★ 5.1(7)20131h 44m

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Good to know

Director: Taru Mäkelä
Release date: 2013-10-04
Runtime: 1h 44m
Language: Swedish
Status: Released
Country: Czech Republic
Studio: Kinosto

About August Fools

August Fools is a 2013 movie in the Comedy and Romance genres, directed by Taru Mäkelä, starring Kati Outinen, Miroslav Etzler and Elena Leeve. It has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.1/10 from 7 viewers. Below you can see where to watch August Fools in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

An comedy set in 1960s Helsinki. The story revolves around Elsa, a resolute hatmaker who is in complete control of her life. Besides running her shop, she sometimes doubles as a fortune teller. When Jan, a Czechoslovakian jazz musician and Elsa's old lover comes to town to perform at a "peace and friendship festival", her well-organised life is jolted out of balance.

Cast

Kati Outinen

Elsa Aho

Miroslav Etzler

Jan Novák, ”Delcos”

Elena Leeve

Minni

Kryštof Hádek

Adam Černý

Esko Salminen

Kansliapäällikkö Ståhl

Laura Birn

Kaarina Suo

Tommi Korpela

Jalkanen

Mads Sjøgård Pettersen

Robert

Antti Autio

Rauhanmarssija

Vesa Vierikko

Tohtori Borenius

Denny Ratajský

Pavel

Petr Stach

Vaclav

Themes & keywords

helsinki, finlandcapitalismpropagandacold wardemonstrationpolitical activismsocialismczechoslovakiafalling in loveyouth culturefinlandwoman director1960s

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch August Fools in United States?+

August Fools is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United States. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is August Fools on Netflix?+

August Fools is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is August Fools?+

August Fools has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).

Who stars in August Fools?+

August Fools stars Kati Outinen, Miroslav Etzler, Elena Leeve, Kryštof Hádek and Esko Salminen.

When did August Fools come out?+

August Fools is a 2013 movie directed by Taru Mäkelä.

What genre is August Fools?+

August Fools is Comedy and Romance film.

Who directed August Fools?+

August Fools was directed by Taru Mäkelä.