The Fencer

– Fleeing from the Russian secret police, a young Estonian fencer is forced to return to his homeland,..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
7.20 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 39 Minutes
Release Year:
2015
Original Name:
Vehkleja
The Fencer (2015) - Also known as Vehkleja

Fleeing from the Russian secret police, a young Estonian fencer is forced to return to his homeland, where he becomes a physical education teacher at a local school. The past however catches up and puts him in front of a difficult choice.

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The Fencer (2015) - Trailer

Release Date:

21 Jul 2017

Language:

Estonian, Russian, Armenian

Director:

Klaus Härö

Writer:

Anna Heinämaa

Main Actors:

Märt Avandi, Ursula Ratasepp, Hendrik Toompere Sr., Liisa Koppel

Plot:

Fleeing from the Russian secret police because of his controversial past, a young Estonian fencer named Endel is forced to return to his homeland, where he begins to train a group of young children in the art of fencing. The past however catches up with him and Endel has to choose between letting his students down or putting his life in danger. The movie is partially based on the real life story of an Estonian fencer Endel Nelis (1925-1993).

Awards:

Nominated for 1 Golden Globe. Another 6 wins & 3 nominations.

Gross profit:

$91,220

Production:

CFI

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes:
85%
Metacritic:
60%