Spy from a Distance (Tiedustelijat) follows actor Joonas Saartamo as he delves into his grandfather Hannes Vehniäinen's secret history as a WWII long-range patrol unit commander. Through expert interviews and newly discovered archive footage, Saartamo uncovers the critical role of intelligence operations in the war. The documentary explores how the weight of war experiences is passed down through generations, affecting personal identity and national consciousness, while paying tribute to veterans' sacrifices.