Jos oisi valtaa…

Synopsis

Jos oisi valtaa… is a Finnish drama film directed by Aku Korhonen that was released in 1941. The movie tells the story of a man who, in a dream, gains control of the entire world. With this newfound power, he aims to create a perfect society where everyone is equal and happy. However, as he starts to make changes to the world according to his vision, he faces unexpected challenges and dilemmas that make him question the true meaning of power and happiness. The film explores themes of utopia, society, and human nature, delivering a thought-provoking narrative that remains relevant to this day.

Cast

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  Aku Korhonen

  Mikko Nousiainen

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  Sirkka Sipilä

  Aune Irvas

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  Yrjö Tuominen

  Clas Irvas

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  Joel Rinne

  Gunnar Berg

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  Siiri Angerkoski

  Eva Irvas

• Lauri Kyöstilä

  Riku Lipponen

Reviews

Jos oisi valtaa… has received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the film for its daring concept and exploration of power dynamics, others criticized it for its slow pacing and lack of depth in character development. Rotten Tomatoes gave the movie a 6/10 rating, noting that it offers a unique take on the concept of power but fails to fully engage the audience. On IMDb, Jos oisi valtaa… has an overall rating of 4.7/10, with some viewers appreciating its philosophical themes while others found it to be too abstract. Metacritic's review mentioned that the film's narrative could have been stronger to drive its message home effectively.