The Legend of Pitka
Pitka legend
Release: 2023-11-06
·Runtime: 50m
Documentary
The story of Estonia's first admiral and his era. Johan Pitka was a man who stood with uncompromising confidence at the pivotal events of the beginning of Estonian statehood, whether it was the formation of the Defense League, the armored trains in the War of Independence or many other important events that required Pitka's own crazy courage. The life of one of the most exciting great figures in our history was as varied and crazy as the man's character. "The Long Legend" brings to life the story of the first Estonian admiral, his era, struggles and dreams through staged scenes with beloved actors, animation and documentary footage.
Production Countries
Estonia
Production Companies
Tuuledraakon
Cast
Indrek Taalmaa
as Johannes Vares-Barbarus / Head of the armoured car workers
Anti Kobin
as Hellat
Jüri Lumiste
as British Captain Bertram Thesiger
Mait Malmsten
as French Captain
Andres Lepik
as German Captain, Ernst Põdder
Karol Kuntsel
as Johan Pitka
Raivo E. Tamm
as Konstantin Päts
Rein Pakk
as Doctor Keerd
Aivar Tommingas
as Hosting Captain
Tanel Saar
as Journalist
Anti Reinthal
as Jaan Naaris
