The White Reindeer (1952)

Name: The White Reindeer
Genre: Fantasy, Horror
Released: 1952
Duration: 68 min
Cast: Mirjami Kuosmanen, Kalervo Nissilä, Åke Lindman, Jouni Tapiola, Arvo Lehesmaa

1h 8m Finland

Fantasy Horror

Plot

A young bride feels neglected as her husband, a reindeer herder in a remote Arctic village, frequently disappears for work. Longing for intimacy, she seeks the help of a shaman who provides a potion to enhance her allure. However, the enchantment comes with unforeseen and perilous consequences, leading her down a dark path that tests her desires and relationships. This haunting tale explores the complexities of love and the dangers of longing, set against a stark, icy backdrop.

Cast

Mirjami Kuosmanen Kalervo Nissilä Åke Lindman Jouni Tapiola Arvo Lehesmaa Tyyne Haarla Kauko Laurikainen Pentti Irjala Evald Terho Heimo Lepistö Aulis Silvonen Eljas Taina Jarl Siekkinen Matti Haapamäki Tauno Rova