Operation Stella Polaris

The documentary chronicles the events of late 1944 when four Finnish ships embarked on a critical mission. These vessels carried key members of Finnish intelligence and significant amounts of classified materials concerning the Soviet military. The goal was to find refuge in Sweden to continue their intelligence work amid the tumult of World War II.

Hans Villius presents the stories of those who participated in Operation Stella Polaris, including Stig Axelsson, a liaison specialist who played a pivotal role in the operation. The film captures the intrigue of espionage as the participants recount their experiences and the operation's unexpected twists. Ultimately, the documentary reveals how the mission concluded with the destruction of secret materials at Löfsta waste station in 1960, cementing its place in Finnish intelligence history.