Laugh or Die 2018

Overview

Laugh or Die is a 2018 drama, history, and war film that was released in Finland on March 16, 2018. The film features the character Parikka, an actor who was once known as the Funniest Man in Finland. In the story, Parikka and his troupe face execution for atrocities committed during the Civil War in Finland. Jaeger Lieutenant Nyborg, who admires Parikka, suspects a miscarriage of justice and wants to save the actors from being shot. With the forthcoming visit of German General von der Goltz to the prison island, Nyborg sees an opportunity. He suggests that the actors prepare a comical performance for the visitor instead of facing execution, with the promise that they will be given a new trial. The film explores the challenges of preparing a comedy under these horrible circumstances. The production has a runtime of one hour and forty-three minutes and carries a K-12 rating.