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🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

The blockbuster movie 'Kalevala' has its Swedish premiere: 'No one is born evil'

The Finnish film 'Kalevala' premieres in Sweden, exploring themes of violence and isolation through its protagonist Kullervo.

Mar 4 • 09:27 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Horrors That Happened During the Filming of Finnish Cinema - The Cruelty of the Director Legend Revealed Years Later

The director Rauni Mollberg of the 1973 Finnish film 'Maa on syntinen laulu' is accused of using psychological and physical violence during its production, despite the movie's immense success.

Mar 3 • 05:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Saimaa ringed seal has a supporting role in a Polish film - Savonlinna involved as a financier

A collaborative Polish-Finnish film titled 'The Seal Mother' features the Saimaa ringed seal and received funding from the city of Savonlinna to promote local visibility.

Mar 2 • 15:11 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Fierce Popularity of Domestic Film Protects Finnish Theaters Amidst the Upheaval of Streaming Giants

Finnish cinema continues to thrive, providing a buffer for local theaters against the disruptive influence of major streaming platforms.

Mar 2 • 09:40 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Today on TV: Scientist invents an elixir with incomprehensible consequences

A classic comedy featuring Marilyn Monroe and Cary Grant about a scientist who creates a youth-giving serum is set to be aired on Finnish television.

Feb 28 • 11:23 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Longplay: These are the secret lists that actors do not want to talk about

A new Longplay article discusses the increasing influence of financial backers on casting decisions in Finnish films and TV series, highlighting secret lists ranking actors based on their visibility and popularity.

Feb 24 • 20:07 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The movie about Kaija Koo premiered - here's how it did

A film depicting the life of Finnish singer Kaija Koo has become the most-watched movie in Finland over the weekend, attracting significant audience turnout.

Feb 23 • 13:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The New Luottomies Comedy Surpassed Kullervo's Story in Viewers – Here Are the Viewer Ratings

The new Luottomies film, Lepoloma, has become the first Finnish film of the year to attract over 100,000 viewers.

Feb 19 • 11:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

IL Review: Oona Airola's Authenticity as Kaija Koo Startles - A Disappointing Solution Revealed from Behind the Scenes

The film 'Beautiful Rascally Happy', directed by Selma Vilhunen, explores the life of Finland's renowned artist Kaija Koo, showcasing Oona Airola's portrayal and musical nostalgia.

Feb 19 • 08:41 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

200 ROLLI VÖÖ VAHEL ⟩ "Dignity does not disappear with sex." 46-year-old Finnish porn star wants a place in Parliament

46-year-old Satu Söderström, a Finnish porn star with a background in sexology, is seeking a seat in the Finnish Parliament after a long career in the adult film industry.

Feb 17 • 09:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Kaija Koo Movie Beautiful Raucous Happy Truly Surprises Its Viewers

A film about Kaija Koo's life is described as a powerful and surprising narrative that challenges preconceived notions about celebrity stories.

Feb 17 • 06:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Oona Airola Sounds Confusingly Like Kaija Koo in the Movie – AI Was Used

Actress Oona Airola expresses excitement and nervousness about portraying the popular Finnish singer Kaija Koo in an upcoming film, using AI technology to enhance her performance.

Feb 16 • 04:58 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
World

Finnish Film Featured at Berlin Film Festival – Nightborn Receives Praise in International Reviews

The Finnish film 'Nightborn' directed by Hanna Bergholm is gaining acclaim at the Berlin Film Festival, where it competes in the main competition.

Feb 15 • 18:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Podcast: Salkkarit star Tero Tiittanen filmed intimate scenes with Sara Parikka – 'It was like kissing a pencil'

Tero Tiittanen discusses his experience filming intimate scenes with Sara Parikka in the Finnish series 'Salatut elämät' during a podcast appearance.

Feb 14 • 04:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Controversial Movie Hits Theaters - The Movie Has a Surprising Consequence

A film adaptation of Emily Brontë's classic novel is generating significant interest, with over 500 reservations for its translated versions in Finnish libraries.

Feb 13 • 11:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Satu, 46, started doing porn as a minor – Tells about the events now

Satu Söderström, a 46-year-old Finnish adult film actress, shares her experiences starting in the industry at a young age.

Feb 12 • 15:10 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

DocPoint Tallinn Awards Peeter Laurits Investigative Film

The DocPoint Tallinn documentary festival attracted over 4,000 attendees, showcasing notable films and a masterclass by acclaimed Finnish director Pirjo Honkasalo.

Feb 11 • 22:01 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Pääru Oja's film "Presidendirööv": the composer asked if I am not Finnish

The film "Presidendirööv," featuring Pääru Oja, premiered at the Rotterdam Film Festival, showcasing a mix of fun and cultural nuances in filmmaking.

Feb 11 • 11:35 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Antti Reini has found a surprising new job – here's what it's about

Finnish actor Antti Reini has taken on a new role in floral arrangements while focusing less on film and more on live performances.

Feb 11 • 05:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The new film gives a harsh depiction of Kaija Koo and Markku Impiö's marriage - now Markku Impiö speaks

The new film titled 'Kaunis rietas onnellinen' chronicles the tumultuous relationship between Finnish artist Kaija Koo and her ex-husband Markku Impiö, primarily showcasing the effects of alcoholism on their family life.

Feb 10 • 16:46 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Paula Vesala, living the baby life, walked the red carpet - 'I am really happy'

Paula Vesala made a public appearance at a movie premiere, expressing her happiness in her new role as a mother while sharing insights about her upcoming projects.

Feb 10 • 15:46 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
Life & Tech

Film Director Timo Linnasalo has died

Timo Linnasalo, a Finnish film director, editor, and sound engineer known for his work on Aki Kaurismäki's films, has passed away at the age of 77.

Feb 4 • 15:11 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Life & Tech

Rare Films from 90s Estonia to Be Screened at This Year's Docpoint

The Docpoint film festival starting on February 3 will feature rare films from the 1990s shot in Estonia, including a retrospective of Finnish documentary legend Pirjo Honkasalo.

Feb 3 • 15:39 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Viewers Claim This is the Best War Film Ever: "Masterpiece"

Audiences are praising the Finnish war film "Winter War," directed by Pekka Parikka, as one of the most impactful depictions of war due to its realistic approach and absence of typical Hollywood elements.

Jan 4 • 16:07 UTC

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