Marika's Passing (2021)
Marika has terminal cancer, with a stomach full of tumors. It’s been 10 months since she was told she has two months to live. Her first goal was to finish the season of Game of Thrones, then to make it to her next birthday. Now at her 50th birthday celebrations, easy discussion revolves around what her next goal might be, and whether or not she should have an open coffin at her funeral. The atmosphere is the opposite of morose, as everyone is laughing and at ease.
Director: Peter Wallenius
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 57 min
Release Date: January 29, 2021
Cast
- Marika Laine - Self
- Jari Levänen - Self
- Jouni Laine - Self
- Anshelm Laine - Self
- Wilhelm Laine - Self
Screenplay
Music: Kalle Vainio
Editing: Kristiina Nisula
Production: YLE
Country: Finland
Language: suomi
Original Language: fi
Keywords
terminal illness, death
More Films by Director: Peter Wallenius
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Marika's Passing about?
- Marika has terminal cancer, with a stomach full of tumors. It’s been 10 months since she was told she has two months to live. Her first goal was to finish the season of Game of Thrones, then to make it to her next birthday. Now at her 50th birthday celebrations, easy discussion revolves around what her next goal might be, and whether or not she should have an open coffin at her funeral. The atmosphere is the opposite of morose, as everyone is laughing and at ease.
- Who directed Marika's Passing?
- Marika's Passing was directed by Peter Wallenius.
- Who stars in Marika's Passing?
- Marika's Passing stars Marika Laine, Jari Levänen, Jouni Laine, Anshelm Laine, Wilhelm Laine.
- How long is Marika's Passing?
- Marika's Passing has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).
- What genre is Marika's Passing?
- Marika's Passing is a Documentary film.
- Where was Marika's Passing produced?
- Marika's Passing was produced in Finland.