The Dissidents 2017
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- Director
- Jaak Kilmi
- Networks
- MRP Matila Röhr Productions, Taska Film, Film Angels Studio
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
What is The Dissidents?
The Dissidents is a 2017 Estonian comedy-action film directed by Jaak Kilmi. The story follows three young men who decide to leave their home in Soviet-era Estonia during the 1980s.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2017
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- Release date
- Feb 17, 2017
- Original language
- ET
- Origin
- Latvia, Finland, Estonia
- Studios
- MRP Matila Röhr Productions, Taska Film, Film Angels Studio
- Budget
- $1,200,000
- Genres
- Action, Comedy
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At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.7/10 from 14 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~90 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- MRP Matila Röhr Productions, Taska Film, Film Angels Studio
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The Dissidents is a 2017 Estonian comedy-action film directed by Jaak Kilmi. The story follows three young men who decide to leave their home in Soviet-era Estonia during the 1980s. Driven by a desire to fulfill their dreams in the free world, the characters embark on a journey to escape to Sweden by traveling through Finland. The film features a cast that includes Märt Pius, Karl-Andreas Kalmet, Veiko Porkanen, and Esko Salminen. Upon arriving in Sweden, the protagonists discover that life in the free world is not exactly what they had expected it to be. The production, known in Estonian as Sangarid, has a runtime of one hour and thirty minutes. It was released in Estonia on February 17, 2017. The narrative explores the experiences of these three mavericks as they navigate the challenges of their newfound environment after leaving their home country behind. The film combines elements of action and comedy to depict their pursuit of a different life and the subsequent reality they encounter upon reaching their destination.
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“A gripping exploration of action and comedy that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Dissidents worth watching?
The Dissidents holds a community rating of 5.7/10 based on 14 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, Comedy for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Dissidents and when was it released?
The Dissidents is a feature film with a runtime of 90 minutes. It was released in 2017. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Dissidents?
The Dissidents was directed by Jaak Kilmi.
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