Finnish actors born in 1948
Here are 9 famous actors from Finland were born in 1948:
Pekka Elomaa
Pekka Elomaa (May 24, 1948 Ahlainen-November 5, 1995) was a Finnish actor.
He graduated from the Theatre Academy of Finland in 1975 and started his acting career in the theatre. Elomaa appeared in over 50 films and television series throughout his career, including the popular Finnish crime drama TV series "Punainen planeetta" and "Viimeinen keikka". He won the Jussi Award for best supporting actor in "Väinö Linna - elämä ja teokset" in 1978. Aside from acting, Elomaa was also a talented musician and released an album in 1980 called "Pekka Elomaa". Unfortunately, his career was cut short when he passed away at the age of 47 due to a heart attack.
Claes Olsson
Claes Olsson (November 28, 1948 Helsinki-) also known as Claes Olson, Clas Olsson or Claes Bertel Olsson is a Finnish film director, screenwriter, film producer, film editor, actor and cinematographer.
Olsson's film career began in the late 1960s when he started working as a lighting technician and assistant director. He later worked as a cinematographer and eventually began writing and directing his own films. He's known for his documentaries on Finnish culture and traditions, as well as his feature films that often explore themes of social realism and political commentary.
Some of his notable films include "The Winter War" (1989), "Kuningasjätkä" (1999) and "Bad Luck Love" (2000), which won several awards at international film festivals. Olsson has also acted in a few films, including "The Unknown Soldier" (1985) and "Rööperi" (2009).
In addition to his work in film, Olsson has also been involved in various cultural organizations and served as the chairman of the Finnish Film Foundation from 1996 to 2001. He has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to Finnish cinema, including the Order of the Lion of Finland in 2010.
Alf Hemming
Alf Hemming (May 31, 1948 Helsinki-) is a Finnish actor and film producer.
Throughout his career, Alf Hemming has appeared in a variety of Finnish films, television shows, and theater productions. Some of his most notable film appearances include "Young Gods" (2003), "Paha Perhe" (2010), and "Luokkakokous" (2015).
In addition to his work as an actor, Hemming has also produced several films, including "Producing Adults" (2004) and "The Home of Dark Butterflies" (2008). He has also worked as a theater director and has been involved in numerous stage productions.
Hemming is known for his versatility as an actor, and his ability to play a wide range of characters. He has won several awards for his performances, including a Jussi Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for his work in the film "Rööperi" (2009).
Outside of his career in the arts, Hemming is also a skilled carpenter and enjoys sailing.
Rabbe Smedlund
Rabbe Smedlund (October 6, 1948 Kokkola-) also known as Rabbe Gustav Smedlund, Rabbe Blacks Lund or Rabbe Gustav Blacks Lund is a Finnish actor and voice actor.
He began his acting career in the 1970s, initially performing on stage in various theater productions. He then went on to appear in several Finnish TV series and films, including "Punainen käärme" (1989) and "Kahdeksas veljes" (1991). Apart from his work in the film industry, Smedlund has also lent his voice to various animated TV shows and movies, such as "Muumilaakson tarinoita" and "Kieku ja Kaiku ja maailman kapteeni". He is considered to be one of the most seasoned and versatile actors in Finland, having collaborated with some of the leading directors and actors in the country's film and theater scene. Outside of acting, Smedlund is also an avid musician and painter, and has exhibited his artwork in several galleries across Finland.
Heimo Holopainen
Heimo Holopainen (September 27, 1948 Helsinki-) a.k.a. Holle Holopainen is a Finnish screenwriter and actor.
Holopainen began his career as an actor in the 1970s, working in smaller roles in a number of Finnish films and television shows. He is perhaps best known for his work as a screenwriter, having penned scripts for a number of popular Finnish films, including "Häjyt" (1999) and "Täällä Pohjantähden alla" (2009). In addition to his work in the film industry, Holopainen is also a well-respected poet and novelist. He has published several collections of poetry, as well as several novels, including "Elän vieläkin" (1992) and "Marraskuu" (2003).
Svante Martin
Svante Martin (November 21, 1948 Helsinki-) is a Finnish actor. His children are called Katja Martin, Vesku Martin, Ville Martin and Kajsa Martin.
Svante Martin started his career in theater in the late 1960s and soon became a prominent actor in Finnish theater. He made his film debut in 1975 and quickly gained recognition for his charismatic performances. Martin has worked with several acclaimed directors and co-stars, including Aki Kaurismäki and Kati Outinen. He has been nominated for multiple Jussi Awards, which are Finland's most prestigious film awards. Outside of acting, Martin is also known for his work as a singer and musician, having released several albums throughout his career. He is known for his versatile range as an artist, which includes acting, singing, and songwriting.
Raimo O. Niemi
Raimo O. Niemi (December 20, 1948 Lahti-) a.k.a. Raimo Niemi, Raimo O Niemi or Raimo Olavi Niemi is a Finnish film director, actor, screenwriter, playwright and television director.
Niemi is known for his work on both television and film in Finland. He has directed several award-winning films, including "Kuningasjätkä" (1977), "Ajolähtö" (1982), and "Havukka-ahon ajattelija" (2009). In addition to his directorial work, Niemi has also acted in several films and television shows, including a leading role in the popular Finnish TV series "Ranuan kummit" (1998-2001). In 1993, he was awarded the Jussi Award for Best Screenplay for his work on the film "Jäähyväiset presidentille" (1993). Niemi has served as the Chairman of the Finnish Directors' Guild and as a member of the European Film Academy.
Tapio Aarre-Ahtio
Tapio Aarre-Ahtio (February 24, 1948 Helsinki-) otherwise known as Tapio Ilmari Aarre-Ahtio is a Finnish actor.
He graduated from the Finnish Theatre Academy in 1974, and has since appeared in numerous stage productions, television series and movies in Finland. Some of his most notable roles include the character of Inspector Petersson in the Finnish crime drama TV series "Bordertown" and the role of Veli-Matti Saarinen in the film "Shadow Lines". In addition to acting, Aarre-Ahtio has also worked as a director and dramaturge in several theaters across Finland. He has received multiple awards for his contributions to theater and film, including the Finnish Jussi Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1978 for his role in the film "Orpojen teatteri".
Neil Hardwick
Neil Hardwick (July 22, 1948 Teversal-) also known as Niilo Kovaniemi or Robert Neil Hardwick is a Finnish actor, television director, screenwriter, film director and theatre director. He has one child, Sam Hardwick.
Neil Hardwick was born in Teversal, Nottinghamshire, England but he spent most of his life in Finland. He started his career as an actor in the 1970s in various Finnish television series such as "Tankki Täyteen" and "Pentti and Pelle." He later became a successful television and theater director in Finland, directing many popular shows and plays, such as "Veljet" and "Kolme sisarta."
In addition to his work in television and theater, Hardwick has directed several feature films, including "Lumikuningatar" (Snow Queen), which was the highest-grossing Finnish film of 1986. He has also written screenplays for several of his films.
Hardwick is a versatile artist who is known for his ability to work in many different genres. He has directed drama, comedy, and musical theatre productions, and has also written and directed TV series and films. His contributions to Finnish culture have had a lasting impact, and he is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in Finnish entertainment.