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  • 2017
  • Unrated
  • MUBI
  • 1 h 32 m
  • 2017
  • Unrated
  • MUBI
  • 1 h 32 m

Summary The true story of Olli Mäki, the famous Finnish boxer who had a shot at the 1962 World Featherweight title. Immensely talented and equally modest, Olli’s small town life is transformed when he is swept into national stardom and suddenly regarded as a symbol of his country. There’s only one problem: Olli has just fallen in love. Inside of...

Directed By: Juho Kuosmanen

Written By: Mikko Myllylahti, Juho Kuosmanen

  • 2017
  • Unrated
  • MUBI
  • 1 h 32 m
  • 2017
  • Unrated
  • MUBI
  • 1 h 32 m

The Happiest Day in the Life of Olli Mäki

Metascore Universal Acclaim Based on 17 Critic Reviews
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User Score Generally Favorable Based on 13 User Ratings
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Summary The true story of Olli Mäki, the famous Finnish boxer who had a shot at the 1962 World Featherweight title. Immensely talented and equally modest, Olli’s small town life is transformed when he is swept into national stardom and suddenly regarded as a symbol of his country. There’s only one problem: Olli has just fallen in love. Inside of...

Directed By: Juho Kuosmanen

Written By: Mikko Myllylahti, Juho Kuosmanen

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Metascore
Universal Acclaim Based on 17 Critic Reviews
83
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Metascore
Universal Acclaim Based on 17 Critic Reviews
83
100% Positive
17 Reviews
0% Mixed
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100
May 22, 2016
The movie is a small marvel of impeccable craftsmanship.
By David Rooney FULL REVIEW
90
May 22, 2016
Low-key performances by the conflicted Lahti and the radiant Airola prove the final knockout hit, with The Happiest Day in the Life of Olli Mäki at its best when it’s lingering upon the nuanced expressions on their faces, or highlighting the way their portrayals so convincingly convey their characters’ affections.
By Sarah Ward FULL REVIEW
80
Apr 20, 2017
Shot with a retro chic, their courtship is crisp, but there’s enough grit in this Cannes prize-winner to stop it floating away.
By Simon Kinnear FULL REVIEW
80
Apr 20, 2017
Olli Mäki isn't a knockout, but it does go the distance.
By Michael Nordine FULL REVIEW
75
Apr 21, 2017
This movie won an award in the Un Certain Regard section of Cannes last year, and was also Finland’s entry for consideration for a 2016 Academy Award. For all that, I should warn some readers that this is a movie that’s laid back to what many would consider a fault.
By Glenn Kenny FULL REVIEW
75
Apr 16, 2017
This is a sports tale in which the character building has almost nothing to do with the sport.
By Carson Lund FULL REVIEW
75
Jun 1, 2016
Although “Olli Mäki” ostensibly belongs to the boxing film genre as much as it is functions as a romantic drama, it never seems truly invested in the underdog narrative of its title character.
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Generally Favorable Based on 13 User Ratings
7.8
77% Positive
10 Ratings
15% Mixed
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8% Negative
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Generally Favorable Based on 13 User Ratings
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15% Mixed
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8% Negative
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Production Company Aamu Filmcompany, ONE TWO Films, Film i Väst, Tre Vänner Produktion, Saarländischer Rundfunk (SR), Yleisradio (YLE), ARTE
Release Date Apr 21, 2017
Duration 1 h 32 m
Rating Unrated
Genres
Tagline As fiercely talented as he is modest, Finnish boxer Olli Mäki is swept into national stardom as he trains for a once-in-a-lifetime fight against the World Featherweight Champion. There's only one problem: he's just fallen in love.
Website http://www.ollimaeki-film.de/
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Awards

Jussi Awards
• 8 Wins & 10 Nominations
European Film Awards
• 1 Win & 2 Nominations
Cannes Film Festival
• 1 Win & 2 Nominations

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