Two players from Finland's northernmost rugby club confront the challenges of their daily lives while seeking camaraderie on the field.
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Two players from Finland's northernmost rugby club confront the challenges of their daily lives while seeking camaraderie on the field.
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Synopsis
Matti Keränen and Ilkka Tuomaala play for OYUS Rugby, the northernmost rugby club in the world, located in Oulu, Finland. The documentary follows their lives as amateur players on a struggling team. They seek a break from daily responsibilities and a chance to bond with other men through rugby. Set against the backdrop of their overworked lives, the film captures their attempts to find camaraderie and a sense of identity in a modern society that often overlooks such connections.
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Why Watch
- Meet players from the world's northernmost rugby club.
- See the bromance between Matti Keränen and Ilkka Tuomaala.
- Find out about rugby culture in Finland.
Did You Know
- Freetime Machos premiered at IDFA in November 2009.
- The film's North American premiere was at Tribeca Film Festival in April 2010.
- OYUS Rugby is located in Oulu, Finland, making it the world's most northerly rugby club.
- The film has a duration of 86 minutes.
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Who directed the documentary Freetime Machos?
Freetime Machos was directed by Mika Ronkainen.
What is the runtime of Freetime Machos?
The runtime of Freetime Machos is 86 minutes.
When did Freetime Machos have its North American premiere?
Freetime Machos had its North American premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival in April 2010.
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