Perfect Commando (series) (2020)
Release Year: 2020
Nation: Finland
Alternative Title: Californian Commando, Kalifornian Kommando
Director: Jalmari Helander
Writer: Mikko Pöllä
Production & Genre
Producer: Producer: Eerika Vermilä
Executive Producer: Hannu Kalliolahti, Roope Lehtinen
Companies: Fire Monkey
Genre: Action & Adventure, Comedy
Budget: N/A
Story
Van Hamilton, a 23-year-old wealthy American, arrives in Finland expecting a luxurious holiday with his girlfriend Rachel. Instead, he finds himself unexpectedly drafted into the Finnish Army's commando training program after being arrested upon arrival. His parents orchestrated this scheme to instill discipline and responsibility in their spoiled son. Meanwhile, Rachel is stranded without money or a return ticket, befriending Van's cousin and his underground rap trio while adapting to life among Finland's 'Nordic white trash'.
Summary
Perfect Commando (2020) is a Finnish action-comedy series that follows the misadventures of American heir Van Hamilton as he unwillingly enrolls in Finland's commando training program. Directed by Jalmari Helander, the series blends humor and camaraderie with military action. It explores themes of identity, responsibility, and adaptation as both Van and Rachel navigate unexpected challenges in their new surroundings.
