Jalmari Helander directed the 2023 action-thriller Sisu. The film became a major sleeper hit worldwide. Its success quickly prompted a highly anticipated sequel. Helander now discusses a potential trilogy. He also shared his hopes for a Rambo prequel.
The Return of Aatami Korpi
The sequel, Sisu: Road to Revenge, hits theaters soon. It premieres on November 21st. The story begins a couple of years later. Aatami Korpi returns as the former Finnish commando. Jorma Tommila plays the relentless hero.
In the first film, Korpi destroyed an entire Nazi platoon. They dared to cross the wrong man. Sisu: Road to Revenge finds Aatami on a new quest. He seeks to dismantle his family’s log cabin. The cabin sits in what was once Finnish Karelia. Finland ceded this territory to the Soviet Union. This happened during the Moscow Armistice.
Building a Sisu Universe
The original Sisu quickly won over audiences. Its brutal action and relentless pace impressed many. The unexpected hit secured a sequel in short order. Helander is now considering a potential trilogy. This would further explore Korpi’s backstory and future. The filmmaker clearly has more stories to tell. This ambitious plan excites fans of the original film.
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