Set in the 1890s, Anna-Liisa and Johannes are young lovers. She agrees to his proposal because she is afraid that her crime will be revealed. Husso, along with her son Miko, threaten to reveal the young bride's past.
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Mervi Järventaus
Anna-Liisa
Edvin Laine
Mikko
Esko Vettenranta
Johannes Kivimaa
Yrjö Tuominen
Aino Lohikoski
Riikka
Siiri Angerkoski
Husso
Maire Suvanto
Pirkko
Kaarlo Saarnio
Rafael Pihlaja
Hannes Hako
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