Tove (2020)

Tove is a biographical drama that revolves around the life of Tove Jansson, a renowned artist and writer from Helsinki, Finland. The movie explores her journey as an artist, her struggles with her sexuality, and her life during World War II. It delves into her relationships, particularly her lesbian relationship, and her work as a comic strip artist and illustrator. Tove is set against the backdrop of the Continuation War and the aerial bombardment of Helsinki in 1944. It also touches upon her involvement in the creation of the beloved Moomin cartoon characters. The film depicts Tove's artistic pursuits, her sculptor father-daughter relationship, and her experiences in Paris, France. It also explores themes of open relationships, political involvement, and the theater scene of the 1950s and 1940s in Finland.