Myrskyluodon Maija (2024)
Release Year: 2024
Alternative Title: Stormskerry Maja, O Destino de Maja, Tormisaare Maija, Maja, une épopée finlandaise
Director: Tiina Lymi
Writer: Anni Blomqvist, Tiina Lymi
Production & Genre
Producer: Producer: Jukka Helle, Hanna Virolainen, Markus Selin, Maria Kaurismäki
Co_Producer: Gustav Oldén
Executive_Producer: Calle Marthin
Companies: Solar Films
Genre: Drama
Budget: 4.000.000
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Keywords
Keywords: 1800s, based on novel or book, crimean war (1853-56), family, island, love, skerry, war, Åland islands, åland war, 강인한여성, 생존, 역사드라마, 자연과의투쟁, 전쟁, 핀란드
Story
In the mid-19th century, Maja and Janne relocate to the rugged, storm-tossed island of Stormskerry in search of a better life. As they adapt to their new environment and raise a family, Maja finds herself challenging traditional gender roles, embracing the idea that women can be equal partners rather than mere bystanders. However, their peaceful existence is disrupted when war arrives on the island during the Crimean War. Janne is forced to flee from English troops, leaving Maja and their children imprisoned. The family faces numerous hardships, including financial struggles and loss of life. Despite these challenges, Maja remains resilient, choosing to stay in Stormskerry even as years pass.
Summary
'Myrskyluodon Maija', a Finnish-Swedish historical drama set for release in 2024, is directed by Tiina Lymi. The film is an adaptation of a novel and is based on true events, primarily focusing on the Åland War during the Crimean War (1853-56). Centered around Maja, a strong-willed woman who challenges societal norms, the story explores themes of love, survival, resilience in the face of adversity, and the struggle for equality amidst war and natural hardships. The narrative is set against the backdrop of the Åland Islands, emphasizing the harsh realities of life on these remote skerries.
