In summer 1944 Finnish Karelia, Martta hastily marries Aarne before evacuating alongside newborn Hilkka’s family, Helmi Elisa and their grandmother as Soviet forces advance. Amidst chaotic retreat, the women struggle to stay united and fatefully intersect with Aarne and Arttu, but the relentless offensive exacts heavy suffering and loss on both civilians and soldiers.

Aarne Heikkilä

Martta Heikkilä

Pekka Karjalainen

Leena

Dr. Sulamaa

Dr. Salonen

Medic

Private Lind

Acting
February 11, 2000

Aarne Heikkilä

Martta Heikkilä

Pekka Karjalainen

Leena

Dr. Sulamaa

Dr. Salonen

Medic

Private Lind

Acting
