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Spy from a Distance

The secret past of a World War II-era intelligence officer comes to light when his grandson, actor Joonas Saartamo, begins to investigate his grandfather's activities as the leader of a long-range reconnaissance patrol. Meeting various experts along the way, Saartamo discovers a new insight into the crucial role of long-range reconnaissance patrols in war. He also realizes how strongly the weight of his grandfather's war experiences has been passed down from generation to generation, affecting him directly.

Top Cast

  • Joonas Saartamo

    Joonas Saartamo

    Self

  • Mikko Porvali

    Mikko Porvali

  • Matti Saartamo

    Matti Saartamo

  • Mika Wist

    Mika Wist

  • Enrico Annus

    Enrico Annus

  • Jouko Korhonen

    Jouko Korhonen

  • Kira Gyllenbögel

    Kira Gyllenbögel

  • Jari Koponen

    Jari Koponen

  • Pirjo Tuhkasaari

    Pirjo Tuhkasaari

Overview

The secret past of a World War II-era intelligence officer comes to light when his grandson, actor Joonas Saartamo, begins to investigate his grandfather's activities as the leader of a long-range reconnaissance patrol. Meeting various experts along the way, Saartamo discovers a new insight into the crucial role of long-range reconnaissance patrols in war. He also realizes how strongly the weight of his grandfather's war experiences has been passed down from generation to generation, affecting him directly.

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