Known for his work in the crew department, Kimmo Rajala has made his mark on both the big and small screens. From behind the scenes to the final cut, this roundup explores the movies and TV shows that carry his signature touch.
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Films
1. Max Manus: Man of War
Experience the thrilling exploits of Max Manus, an unsung Norwegian war hero, in this gripping biopic. From the chilling frontlines of the Winter War to the turbulent beginnings of World War II in Norway, witness firsthand how Max Manus fearlessly faced the unknown, all while evading the constant vigilance of the enemy. As global tensions build and peacetime seems an increasingly distant dream, immerse yourself in this unforgettable tale of courage and endurance.
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IMDb Rating: 7.3
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TMDb Rating: 7.091
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Metacritic Rating: 60.0
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Release Date: 2008-12-18
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Runtime: 118.0 minutes
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Original Language: no
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Origin Country: ["DK", "NO"]
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Budget: $6,500,000.0
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Status: Released
2. King of Devil's Island
Set in a Norwegian winter of 1915, "King of Devil's Island" tells the chilling story of a group of young boys incarcerated in a notorious institution on the island of Bastøy. When a new inmate, Erling, arrives, he sets his sights on escaping the island but finds himself leading a violent uprising after a tragic incident. As the boys seize control, the authorities send in 150 soldiers to restore order, creating a thrilling and intense battle for survival.
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IMDb Rating: 7.5
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TMDb Rating: 7.165
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Metacritic Rating: 8.0
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Release Date: 2010-12-16
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Runtime: 117.0 minutes
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Original Language: no
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Origin Country: ["FR", "PL", "NO", "SE"]
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Budget: $10,000,000.0
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Status: Released
3. Leif
A banger of a movie.
In the sleepy town of Rotum, a mysterious figure named Leif causes an uproar when they accuse the local arms company of illegal weapons exports. Gunnar Volt, the company's CEO, is shocked by the accusation and takes drastic measures to find and silence the whistleblower. But as the truth unravels, who is Leif, and how deep into the town's secrets do they go? This gripping thriller keeps you on the edge of your seat, questioning everything you thought you knew about Rotum and its proud arms company.
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TMDb Rating: 5.9
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Release Date: 1987-06-26
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Runtime: 108.0 minutes
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Original Language: sv
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Origin Country: ["SE"]
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Status: Released
4. Wallander 20 - The Leak
Join Wallander in "Wallander 20 - The Leak" as a series of seemingly unrelated crimes hide a more sinister plot. Amidst the murder of a jogger in the woods and a series of car bombings in central Ystad, a daring security van heist occurs. The meticulous security firm suspects a leak from within their ranks, leading Wallander to target Micke Sterner, a compulsive gambler with access to encoded transit schedules. As Svartman and Wallander dig deeper, an ex-cop-turned-security officer with ties to the firm becomes the real focus of their investigation.
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TMDb Rating: 5.917
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Release Date: 2009-11-18
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Runtime: 89.0 minutes
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Original Language: sv
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Origin Country: ["SE"]
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Status: Released
TV Shows
1. Wallander
Based on the best-selling novels by Henning Mankell, Wallander is a Swedish crime thriller series that follows the life of detective Kurt Wallander, portrayed by Krister Henriksson. With a total of 32 episodes, the series takes place in Ystad near the southern tip of Sweden and is known for both its gripping storylines and enchanting landscapes.
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Original Name: Wallander
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TMDb Rating: 6.898
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Languages: ["sv"]
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Episode Runtime: [89]
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Status: Ended
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Origin Country: ["SE", "DK"]
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Original Language: sv
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Type: Scripted
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First Air Date: 2005-01-14
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Last Air Date: 2013-10-23
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Number of Seasons: 3
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Number of Episodes: 32
