Vesku from Finland (2010)

  • NR
  • 09/03/2010 (FI)
  • Documentary
  • 1h 42m

Overview

"Vesku from Finland" is a film about Vesa-Matti Loiri alias Vesku, probably the most popular film and TV comedian in Finland. He has created a significant career also as a singer, performer, writer and as a sportsman. He has recorded several albums, from folk songs and couplets to tangos. Some of his recordings are based on the lyrics of Hermann Hesse or Eino Leino, the infamous Finnish poet. During his unique career he has played in more than 60 films and recorded 30 albums.

Mika Kaurismäki

Director

Cast

Vesa-Matti Loiri's headshot

Vesa-Matti Loiri

Himself
Jenni Loiri's headshot

Jenni Loiri

Herself
Joonas Loiri's headshot

Joonas Loiri

Himself
Hannele Lauri's headshot

Hannele Lauri

Herself
Mari Hakala's headshot

Mari Hakala

Herself
Lenita Airisto's headshot

Lenita Airisto

Herself
Aulikki Oksanen's headshot

Aulikki Oksanen

Herself
Kalle Holmberg's headshot

Kalle Holmberg

Himself

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