Finnish actors born in 1909
Here are 7 famous actors from Finland were born in 1909:
Valentin Vaala
Valentin Vaala (October 13, 1909 Helsinki-November 21, 1976 Helsinki) also known as Valentin Ivanoff, Vaala, Vaha or Valentin Ivanov was a Finnish film director, screenwriter, film editor and actor.
Vaala started his career in the film industry as a film editor in the early 1930s. He made his directorial debut in 1938 with the film 'Kultainen Kynttilänjalka' (The Golden Candlestick). He went on to direct over 50 feature films in his career, including 'Juha' (1956) which won him the Best Director award at the Moscow International Film Festival.
In addition to directing, Vaala was also a prolific screenwriter, having written scripts for over 20 of his own films. He was also known for his acting roles, appearing in several of his own films as well as in other Finnish films.
Vaala was widely recognized as one of the most influential figures in Finnish cinema during his lifetime. He received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to the industry, including the Pro Finlandia medal in 1960. Even today, his films continue to be watched and appreciated by Finnish audiences.
Vihtori Välimäki
Vihtori Välimäki (March 14, 1909 Helsinki-January 8, 1968 Helsinki) a.k.a. Vihtori Valimaki was a Finnish actor.
Vihtori Välimäki graduated from the Helsinki Theater School in 1928 and began his acting career on the Finnish stage. He appeared in a variety of productions throughout his career, including numerous Shakespearean plays. In addition to his work on stage, Välimäki also acted in several films, starting in the 1940s. Some of his most notable film roles include "Eila" (1953), "The Unknown Soldier" (1955), and "The White Reindeer" (1952), which won the grand prize at the Cannes Film Festival. Välimäki was known for his versatile acting skills and his ability to convey nuanced emotions on stage and screen. He was married to Finnish actress Tuulikki Paananen until his death in 1968.
Harald Molander
Harald Molander (December 25, 1909 Helsinki-July 15, 1994) was a Finnish film producer, actor and film director. His children are called Johan Molander and .
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Harald Molander started his career in the film industry as an actor in the 1930s. He then worked as a producer and director for the Finnish film production company Suomi-Filmi. He produced many successful films, such as "Tukkijoella" (1937) and "Hilman päivät" (1946), and also directed several films himself, including "Laitakaupungin laulu" (1952) and "Mä oksalla ylimmällä" (1954).
In addition to his work in the film industry, Molander was also involved in politics. He was a member of the Finnish parliament for the Social Democratic Party from 1954 to 1966. Molander was also a member of the board of the Finnish Film Foundation and was appointed as its chairman in 1976.
Harald Molander was awarded the Pro Finlandia Medal in 1976 for his contributions to Finnish art and culture. He passed away on July 15, 1994, in Helsinki, Finland, at the age of 84.
Kaarlo Halttunen
Kaarlo Halttunen (August 18, 1909 Lappeenranta-March 8, 1986 Helsinki) also known as Kaarlo Einari Halttunen was a Finnish actor. He had three children, Elina Halttunen, Marjukka Halttunen and Pekka Kaarlo.
Kaarlo Halttunen began his acting career in the 1930s, appearing in several Finnish films such as "Lakki" and "Kulkurin valssi". He also appeared in stage productions, including plays by William Shakespeare and Anton Chekhov. Halttunen became a prominent actor in Finnish cinema during the 1940s and 1950s, and is considered one of the greats of Finnish film. He appeared in over 100 films throughout his career, including "The White Reindeer" and "When Father Was Away on Business". Halttunen won multiple awards for his contributions to Finnish cinema, including a Jussi Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1980.
Matti Aulos
Matti Aulos (February 21, 1909 Joutsa-July 4, 1970 Helsinki) also known as Matti Vilander was a Finnish actor.
He started his acting career in 1927 at the Finnish National Theatre and went on to become one of the most well-known actors in Finland. Aulos was also a skilled comedian and his performances in different comedy movies were very popular among audiences. He played leading roles in more than 70 films, including the classic Finnish films "Täällä Pohjantähden alla" (Under the North Star) and "Jääkärin morsian" (The Jäger's Bride). In addition to his acting career, Aulos was also known for his passionate support for socialism and the Finnish labor movement.
Toivo Mäkelä
Toivo Mäkelä (September 26, 1909 Loviisa-April 20, 1979 Helsinki) a.k.a. Toivo Armas Sulo Mäkelä was a Finnish actor. He had three children, Juha Mäkelä, Maarita Mäkelä and Markku Mäkelä.
Mäkelä started his acting career in 1932 and became known for his roles in Finnish films such as "Suomisen taiteilijat" (1943) and "Tähtisumua" (1952). He also appeared in numerous stage productions in Helsinki's theaters, including the Finnish National Theater. Mäkelä was awarded the Pro Finlandia Medal in 1968 for his contributions to Finnish culture. Outside of his acting career, Mäkelä was a talented musician and composer, and he often composed his own music for theater productions. He passed away in 1979 at the age of 69.
Sven Ehrström
Sven Ehrström (February 19, 1909 Turku-October 4, 1981 Helsinki) a.k.a. Sven Erik Olof Ehrström was a Finnish actor.
He began his career in speech training and theatre directing before finally making his way into film and television. Ehrström had a prolific career in Finnish cinema, appearing in over 60 films between 1941 and 1980. He was a versatile actor, comfortable in both dramatic and comedic roles, and was highly regarded for his talent and work ethic within the Finnish film industry. Ehrström also worked extensively in television, both as an actor and director. He was widely recognized and celebrated for his contributions to Finnish entertainment and culture.