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Films supported by Film Estonia recognized at the Finnish Jussi Awards
Last weekend, the most prestigious film awards in Finland, the Jussi Awards, were presented, celebrating outstanding achievements in filmmaking. We are delighted to see several productions supported by Film Estonia among this year’s winners.
Film Estonia-supported projects were awarded in the following categories:
- Best Cinematography – Max Smeds for Orenda
- Best Costume Design – Eugen Tamberg for Never Alone (Ei koskaan yksin)
- Best Makeup Design – Salla Yli-Luopa for Sisu 2
- Best Visual Effects – Jussi Lehtiniemi for Sisu 2
In addition, Sisu 2, received further recognition as director Jalmari Helander was honored with the newly introduced International Breakthrough award.
Orenda, with costume design by Estonian Jaanus Vahtra, was also nominated for Best Costume Design category.
The Jussi Awards are the oldest national film awards in Europe, first presented in Helsinki in 1944. More information can be found on the official Jussi Awards website https://www.jussit.fi/
Film Estonia congratulates all the winners and nominees on their outstanding achievements!
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Estonia Increases Film Estonia cash rebate programme to 40%
Great news for our international partners. Estonia will increase the Film Estonia cash rebate from 30% to 40%, strengthening the country’s competitiveness in the international film production market.
“It’s official. Minister Heidy Purga has confirmed the final step of a long process: 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐦 𝐄𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐚 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝟒𝟎% 𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐫𝐞𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐕 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. Regulations still need to be updated — and then, let’s roll!” stated Edith Sepp, head of the Estonian Film Institute.
Launched in 2016 and managed by the Estonian Film Institute, the Film Estonia cash rebate programme aims to attract international productions, boost audiovisual exports and generate economic impact across multiple sectors.
According to Estonia’s Minister of Culture Heidy Purga, the initiative has already proven its value:
“Film Estonia has demonstrated a strong positive economic impact, creating jobs not only in the film sector but across many industries. Together with the new film studios currently being built in Jõhvi and Tallinn, this marks an important step forward for the development of the industry.”
Estonia is ready to strengthen its position as a filming destination. The increase in the Film Estonia cash rebate from 30% to 40% will take effect in about a month.
Meet us at EFM
Film Estonia will be attending the European Film Market (EFM) in Berlin on 14–16 February.
You’ll find us at Gropius Bau, on the second floor at the Estonian Film Institute stand (G12).
Let’s meet – to schedule an appointment, contact us at commissioner@filmi.ee.
„Vinski 2“premieres in Finland next week
„Vinski 2“, the new family fantasy adventure is set to premiere in Finnish cinemas next week. The sequel to „Vinski and the Invisibility Powder“ follows the invisible hero Vinski as he loses his powers when the invisibility powder is stolen and must embark on a journey to save his city from looming danger.
Returning cast includes Kuura Rossi, Pirjo Heikkilä and Martti Suosalo, alongside Finnish stars such as Pihla Viitala, Jussi Vatanen, Mimosa Willamo, Linnea Leino, Sampo Sarkola, Mikko Leppilampi and Ilkka Koivula.
“Vinski 2” will be in Finnish cinemas from February 13.
Directed by Juha Wuolijoki
Produced by Snapper Films Oy
Estonian co-production by Three Brothers OÜ
The film has been supported by the Film Estonia cash rebate.
👉 Watch the trailer here:
Today at Industry@Tallinn & Baltic Event: „How to Blow Things up in Estonia (and get a Rebate for It)“
Today at Industry@Tallinn & Baltic Event, a special panel discussion is taking place titled “How to Blow Things Up in Estonia (and Get a Rebate for It): SISU2 Case Study and Estonian Cash Rebate Scheme Presentation.”
The session offers a rare behind-the-scenes insight into the making of SISU: Road to Revenge, which has one of the most ambitious shoots in recent Estonian film history. Panelists include:
- Johanna Trass, Line Producer (Allfilm)
- Hanna Hedengren, 1st AD of Sisu
- Nele Paves, Film Commissioner at the Estonian Film Institute / Film Estonia
Moderated by Johanna Karppinen
From SFX and stunts to tanks, trains, and motorcycles, the team reveals how they managed 44 intense shoot days, a 105-person local crew, and complex VFX accounting while making the most of Estonia’s cash rebate scheme. Real insights, real compromises, real explosions: learn how filmmaking gets epic in Estonia.
Come join and meet us today:
Date: 19th Nov, Wednesday
Time: 18:30
Location: Kino Sõprus, Tallinn
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„Perfect Strangers“ premieres in Finland this week
This week marks the Finnish premiere of „Perfect Strangers“, a comedy-drama directed by Rike Jokela. Based on Paolo Genovese’s record-breaking hit „Perfetti sconosciuti“ (2016), the story has already been remade in more than 20 countries – and now also in Finland.
The film brings together an all-star cast of Finnish actors, including Laura Birn, Hannu-Pekka Björkman, Pirjo Lonka, Malla Malmivaara, Joonas Saartamo, Pekka Strang, and Jani Volanen.
At the center of the story is a dinner party with friends that takes an unexpected turn when they decide to share every message, call, and notification that appears on their phones – revealing secrets that will change everything.
„Perfect Strangers“ will be in Finnish cinemas from September 19.
Directed by Rike Jokela
Produced by Lucy Loves Drama
Estonian co-production by Menufilmid OÜ
The film has been supported by the Film Estonia cash rebate.
👉 Watch the trailer here:
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