Jope ite 2023

Synopsis:

An overweight boy who was a bullied at school grew up to become a beloved comedian, folk artist Jope Ruonansuu. He was a versatile entertainer, but above all an impressionist, able to imitate more than 150 characters from the ruling class. Jope's journey was a natural extension of the post-war "Rillumarei" -culture. He broke through when the monoculturalism was at its most vibrant and grew in popularity as it began to crumble. With weight loss surgery, Jope sought a healthier life, but also to shed the extra pounds and childhood traumas. After the surgery, he was diagnosed with oesophageal cancer, but continued to fight, developing a number of different projects, including an anti-bullying campaign together with the President of Finland, Sauli Niinistö. The project was to culminate in a joint visit to Syväkangas school, in Jope's home town of Kemi. Jope passed away before then, but Niinistö kept his promise.

Directed by: Marko Talli
Written by: Mika Räinä & Marko Talli & Nikke Bagge
Release date: 2023-02-10
Runtime: 88 minutes
Cast:
Jope Ruonansuu
Jope Ruonansuu
Self (Archive footage) 
Klaus Thomasson
Klaus Thomasson
Self 
Ilkka Vainio
Ilkka Vainio
Self 
Risto Asikainen
Risto Asikainen
Self 
Vicky Rosti
Vicky Rosti
Self 
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Also known as:
  • Jope – Just Think for Yourself