A beloved Finnish family film, Christmas Story, makes a historical return to cinemas. Christmas Story, directed by Juha Wuolijoki, which tells the touching story of how Santa Claus became Santa Claus, returns to cinemas this Christmas, 18 years after its premiere. Released in 2007 and produced by Snapper Films, the Jussi Award -winning Christmas Story
Vinski 2 premieres in February 2026 and brings a new chapter to the story that delighted audiences in Finland and in over 55 countries worldwide. The first official teaser, released today, shows a sneak peek into the film’s all-star cast and upcoming thrilling adventure. Kuura Rossi, known for the first Vinski and the Invisibility Powder, returns to
The feature film Vinski and the Invisibility Powder, released in 2021, is getting a sequel. Filming of the sequel began at the end of March in Estonia. Juha Wuolijoki returns to direct Vinski and the Invisibility Powder 2. The script is written by Wuolijoki and Jari Olavi Rantala. The film is shot by Jussi-awarded cinematographer
Valhalla Project was chosen for November’s K7 Scriptlist showreel as a project highlight for fall 2024. The K7 Scriptlists are monthly compilations that showcase the most interesting new shows across the world that have re-make or acquisition potential. Described by K7 as “eye-catching” and “packed with compelling twists and ideas”, Valhalla Project is the only
Valhalla Project is among five high-end series selected for the TV Beats Forum first Screening Day at Tallinn Black Nights in 2024. The showcase will include a screening of the first episode, followed by a conversation with director/producer Juha Wuolijoki from Snapper Films and executive producer Sari Lempiäinen from Elisa Viihde. The TV Beats Forum
Elisa Viihde Original Series celebrated their 10-year anniversary at Savoy Teatteri on October 3. The evening also served as the premiere of Elisa Viihde original series and Snapper Films production Valhalla Project’s first episode. Valhalla Project is the 42nd original series of Elisa Viihde. Juha Wuolijoki, director and producer of the series, got to introduce
Valhalla Project centers around climate scientist Alina Railo (Sara Soulié), who travels to Finnish Lapland with an international expedition to seek access to a parallel universe that his father explored more than 30 years ago. On her journey to find a solution to the climate crisis threatening the planet, she finds out about her family’s
Snapper Films’ Mystery-Drama TV series Valhalla Project is one of only 10 scripted series selected for MipDrama in Cannes. The showcase offers an exclusive early-stage preview of most sought-after dramas to international buyers. The series stars Sara Soulié (Hammarskjöld, Conflict, The Man Who Died), a Finnish actress, who has built an established international career for
Snapper Films’ brand-new TV series The King of Los Angeles is available for viewing on the streaming service Ruutu. The series focuses on the story of hockey player Eero Lahti, whose professional career in the United States is interrupted by an injury and his star status begins to fade inexorably on his way to a forced
Snapper Films’ latest family feature Vinski and the Invisibility Powder has won the Gryphon Award for best feature film in the Elements +6 category at the Giffoni Film Festival 2022 in Italy. The Giffoni Film Festival is one of the most well-known children’s film festivals in the world, focused on promoting and developing cinema for young people.
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