Savotta

By: Filmbutik Year: 2025

Savotta is a six-part observational reality series that takes viewers deep into Finland’s forests, following loggers, forestry machine operators, and entrepreneurs whose lives revolve around the woods. The series showcases both the demanding work of forest management and the complex world of timber trading, offering unique access to a vital but little-seen industry.

The cast includes former javelin champions and Olympic medalists Tero Pitkämäki and Antti Ruuskanen, who have embraced bold new careers as forestry entrepreneurs. Their journey, alongside seasoned professionals and students across the country, highlights an authentic bond with nature—at work and at play.

A distinctive Finnish reality series combining rugged landscapes, real-life challenges, and compelling characters.