Overview
The Päätalo film tells the story of Kalle Päätalo, a carpenter and master builder, and his burning desire to become a writer, as well as the long road that led to the creation of Päätalo's first novel. Too much hard work, too little love in his marriage, and too little self-confidence prevent Kalle Päätalo from realizing his lifelong dream of becoming a writer. Until he finds new love.
Cast
- Kai Lehtinen as Kalle Päätalo
- Nina Jääskeläinen as Laina Päätalo
- Antti Virmavirta as Ilmari Vouvila
- Pirjo Leppänen as Riitu Päätalo
- Eero Schroderus as Hermanni Päätalo
- Kari Hietalahti as Sonni Moilanen
- Ahti Jokinen as Kummun Kalle
- Susanna Anteroinen as Leena
- Mira Kivilä as Salli Lisäkäs
- Janne Virtanen as Ville Repo