Tuftland 2018
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When headstrong textile student Irina accepts a summer job in the eerie, isolated village of Kyrsyä, she expects nothing more than seasonal work.
Director: Roope Olenius
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tuftland (2018) about?
*Tuftland* follows Irina, a confident textile student who takes a summer job in the remote village of Kyrsyä, only to uncover the villagers' unsettling true nature. As the summer wears on, her resolve crumbles under the weight of their eerie traditions and hidden motives.
Who directed Tuftland?
Roope Olenius directed *Tuftland (2018)*, bringing a distinctive blend of folk-horror and psychological suspense to the screen.
Who stars in Tuftland?
Veera W. Vilo stars as the determined Irina, with Saara Elina, Miikka J. Anttila, Neea Viitamäki, and Arja Pekurinen rounding out the ensemble in key roles.
Is Tuftland (2018) worth watching?
If you're a fan of folk-horror with a slow-burn narrative and eerie atmosphere, *Tuftland (2018)* is absolutely worth your time. Its offbeat premise and unsettling themes make it a standout in the genre, even if it's not widely reviewed.
How long is Tuftland?
Tuftland runs for 89 minutes, a concise runtime that keeps the tension tight and the story immersive.
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About Tuftland (2018) — A Folk-Horror Mystery of Isolation and Dark Traditions
When headstrong textile student Irina accepts a summer job in the eerie, isolated village of Kyrsyä, she expects nothing more than seasonal work. But beneath the village's quirky charm lies a sinister secret, as Irina soon discovers the harmless-seeming locals aren't who they claim to be. Directed by Roope Olenius, *Tuftland (2018)* weaves a hypnotic tapestry of folk-horror and psychological mystery, where the line between folklore and reality blurs under the weight of tradition and isolation.
As Irina's grip on sanity slips, the film's eerie atmosphere tightens, transforming the village into a claustrophobic prison of superstition and dread. With Veera W. Vilo leading the cast as the determined yet vulnerable Irina, *Tuftland* delivers a chilling exploration of cultural identity, the duality of human nature, and the terror lurking just beyond the ordinary. The result is a haunting, offbeat horror that lingers long after the final frame.