
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
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A bright summer afternoon finds a spry ten‑year‑old boy skipping stones along a dusty road, while an elder named Repekka‑Resupekka watches, half‑amused and half‑exasperated. Their banter drifts from old proverbs to the curious value of a simple piece of wood, hinting that even the humblest object may hide larger secrets. The exchange crackles with regional wit, setting a tone that feels both rooted in rural Finnish life and ready for a touch of mischief.
Soon the conversation turns to a mysterious “pokka‑pöytä,” a magical table that promises answers to any question. Repekka points the boy toward the legendary witch‑wizard Mutkala, whose distant counterpart, the fiery “Tulikuono,” once roamed the north, battling spirits and learning forbidden crafts. The promise of a hidden mentor and enchanted artifacts launches the youngster onto a path that mingles folklore, humor, and the age‑old quest for knowledge.
Language
fi
Duration
~2 hours (125K characters)
Release date
2011-01-24
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1849–1900
A Finnish pastor, writer, and translator, he brought religious writing and popular stories to readers in the late 1800s. His work ranges from devotional books to fiction and translations that helped introduce international authors to Finnish audiences.
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