Name: Son of Revenge – The Story of Kalevala
Released: 2026-01-16

Plot

Karelia in the 11th century. A brutal feud between Kalervo and Untamo leads to the massacre of an entire village. The sole survivor is Kalervo's son, Kullervo, whom Untamo decides to raise as his own. As he grows, Kullervo's immense strength and rebellious nature make him feared by those around him. When he learns the truth about his past, his path becomes clear: revenge. His journey takes him across a harsh and treacherous land and into the hands of slave traders, only to uncover a devastating secret that will change his fate forever.

About Son of Revenge – The Story of Kalevala

Kalevala: The Story of Kullervo (also known as Son of Revenge: The Story of Kalevala; Finnish: Kalevala: Kullervon tarina) is a Finnish historical fantasy film directed by Antti Jokinen. It is based on Finnish epic poetry, The Kalevala, telling the story of Kullervo, a tragic hero of the poetry. Elias Salonen is playing the film's title character. The film is set in North Karelia in the 12th century, and was mainly filmed in Nurmes. Filming began in mid-September 2024. The film premiered on 16 January 2026.

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