Matti: Hell Is for Heroes
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Matti: Hell Is for Heroes

A ski jumper descends from winning 4 Olympic Gold Medals, to serving two years for stabbing a relative. Careers as a stripper and singer, plus five ma...rriages, replete with allegations of domestic violence are fictionalized sympath... Show More

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In Matti: Hell Is for Heroes (2006), the life of a famous ski jumper named Matti Nykänen is depicted. Matti starts off as a highly successful athlete, winning four Olympic Gold Medals. However, his life takes a downward spiral as he is convicted of stabbing a relative and sentenced to two years in prison.

After his release, Matti struggles to reclaim his former glory and turns to unconventional careers as a stripper and a singer. Along the way, he faces a series of personal challenges, including five marriages and numerous allegations of domestic violence. These aspects of his life are fictionalized and portrayed in a sympathetic light.

The movie provides a glimpse into the highs and lows of Matti's life, showcasing the immense pressures of fame and the personal demons he battled. Viewers are given a raw portrayal of a troubled individual who grapples with his own insecurities and destructive behavior.

Matti: Hell Is for Heroes serves as a captivating character study, shedding light on the complexities of human nature and the consequences of one's actions. Through an engaging narrative and compelling performances, the film explores themes of redemption, downfall, and the pursuit of inner peace.

This gripping drama offers an intimate look into the tumultuous life of a sports icon, making it a must-watch for fans of biographical films and those intrigued by the complexities of fame.

Also Known As:

Matti: Hell Is for Heroes

Release Date:

13 Jan 2006

Writers:

Marko Leino

Awards:

3 nominations

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