
A powerful, poignant true story of courage, resilience, and defiance during one of history’s darkest periods. Set against the backdrop of World War II, the film centers on Finnish businessman and philanthropist Abraham Stiller, a key figure in the Jewish community, who risks everything to protect Jewish refugees fleeing Nazi persecution in Germany and Austria. As the Gestapo's influence grows and deportations to Auschwitz loom, Stiller fights to save those seeking sanctuary in Finland, a country caught in an uneasy alliance with Nazi Germany. This gripping tale of bravery and sacrifice is a testament to the enduring power of hope amid overwhelming adversity.
This film is in the competition for the Audience Best Feature Film of the Fest Award.
Please cast your ballot after viewing the film.
- Year2025
- Runtime85 minutes
- LanguageFinnish, German, Yiddish
- CountryAustria, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Sweden
- PremiereNH Premier
- GenreFeature
- Subtitle LanguageEnglish
- DirectorKlaus Härö
- ScreenwriterKlaus Härö
- ProducerIlkka Matila
- Executive ProducerJukka Vidgren, Jukka Helle, Markus Selin, Jörg Bundschuh
- Co-ProducerLoredana Rehekampff, Kristian Taska, Peter Kropénin, John Hörnschemeyer, Josef Brandmaier, Andreas Schmied, Adeele Meri
- CastVille Virtanen, Nina Hedström, Rony Herman
- CinematographerRobert Nordström
- EditorTambet Tasuja
- Production DesignJaagup Roomet
- ComposerMatti Bye
- Sound DesignSimon Proksch
A powerful, poignant true story of courage, resilience, and defiance during one of history’s darkest periods. Set against the backdrop of World War II, the film centers on Finnish businessman and philanthropist Abraham Stiller, a key figure in the Jewish community, who risks everything to protect Jewish refugees fleeing Nazi persecution in Germany and Austria. As the Gestapo's influence grows and deportations to Auschwitz loom, Stiller fights to save those seeking sanctuary in Finland, a country caught in an uneasy alliance with Nazi Germany. This gripping tale of bravery and sacrifice is a testament to the enduring power of hope amid overwhelming adversity.
This film is in the competition for the Audience Best Feature Film of the Fest Award.
Please cast your ballot after viewing the film.
- Year2025
- Runtime85 minutes
- LanguageFinnish, German, Yiddish
- CountryAustria, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Sweden
- PremiereNH Premier
- GenreFeature
- Subtitle LanguageEnglish
- DirectorKlaus Härö
- ScreenwriterKlaus Härö
- ProducerIlkka Matila
- Executive ProducerJukka Vidgren, Jukka Helle, Markus Selin, Jörg Bundschuh
- Co-ProducerLoredana Rehekampff, Kristian Taska, Peter Kropénin, John Hörnschemeyer, Josef Brandmaier, Andreas Schmied, Adeele Meri
- CastVille Virtanen, Nina Hedström, Rony Herman
- CinematographerRobert Nordström
- EditorTambet Tasuja
- Production DesignJaagup Roomet
- ComposerMatti Bye
- Sound DesignSimon Proksch