The Happiest Day in the Life of Olli Mäki

Name: The Happiest Day in the Life of Olli Mäki
Released: 2016-09-02T00:00:00-04:00

NR 2016 Drama, Romance · 1h 35m

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Summer 1962 and Olli Mäki has a shot at the world championship title in featherweight boxing. From the Finnish countryside to the bright lights of Helsinki, everything has been prepared for his fame and fortune. All Olli has to do is lose weight and concentrate. But there is a problem – he has fallen in love with Raija.

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About The Happiest Day in the Life of Olli Mäki

Summer of 1962. Olli Mki, a baker's son, is about to fight for the World Featherweight Championship. The entire nation of Finland anticipates his victory. He is expected to bring glory and fame to his country. However, as Olli navigates the pressures of training and media attention in Helsinki, something unexpected happens. He falls deeply in love with Raija, a woman who steals his heart and distracts him from his rigorous training regime. Torn between his commitment to boxing and his blossoming romance, Olli must decide what truly matters to him. As the fight draws near, Olli realizes that the pursuit of happiness might be more important than any championship title. This is the story of a man who dared to choose love over glory.

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Directed by Juho Kuosmanen, the film stars Jarkko Lahti as Olli Mki, the boxer torn between his championship dreams and love. Oona Airola shines as Raija, the woman who captures Olli's heart. Eero Milonoff portrays Esko, Olli's dedicated manager and friend. Joanna Haartti plays a supporting role, and the cast also includes Esko Barquero and Elma Milonoff in supporting roles enriching the Finnish milieu.

What people like about The Happiest Day in the Life of Olli Mäki

Critics have praised 'The Happiest Day in the Life of Olli Mki' for its originality, its black-and-white cinematography, and Jarkko Lahti's captivating performance. Many have lauded the film's departure from typical sports movie tropes, noting its focus on character development and emotional depth. The film's understated humor and heartwarming portrayal of love have also been widely praised. It has been described as a refreshing and authentic take on the biopic genre.

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Movie Score

66%

Released

September 2, 2016

Director

Juho Kuosmanen

Cast

Jarkko Lahti, Oona Airola, Eero Milonoff, Joanna Haartti, Esko Barquero, Elma Milonoff

Genre

Drama, Romance

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