Meiltähän tämä käy

About This Movie

So, 'Meiltähän tämä käy' is a really interesting slice of Finnish comedy from 1973. You’ve got this logger, Severi Suhonen, who’s plopped into the urban grind of a paper mill, and it's just not his scene at all. The tension with the overbearing manager, Wille Wållberg, adds this nice layer of workplace satire. Plus, the reunion with his long-lost love, Anna, who’s got a daughter mixed up with Wille? It’s a bit of a tangled mess, which makes for some genuine laughs and social commentary. The pacing feels a bit relaxed, fitting for the era, and the performances, while not flashy, have a certain authenticity that really grounds the story. It’s distinctive for how it captures the clash between rural and urban life, something that resonated well in Finland during that period.

This film is quite the rare find, especially for collectors interested in Finnish cinema. Its release history is a bit patchy, with limited editions available primarily through niche distributors. Expect varying quality in available prints, and while it doesn’t command the highest prices, those who appreciate its unique humor and cultural context should definitely keep an eye out. The scarcity of physical media makes it a peculiar gem for anyone intrigued by the evolution of Finnish film.