Simo Was Here
Simo kävi täällä
“The grey of the world cannot reach the one who dares to see life through a red nose.”
Synopsis
The beloved comedian Simo Salminen began his career as a National Championship level diver in the 1950s. Entertainment was an integral part of his sporting life, and Salminen began performing clown dives in a clown costume to the delight of children. The short film Simo Was Here takes the now elderly Salminen back to the Helsinki Swimming Stadium and illustrates his memories of the good old days. This nostalgic work is dedicated to the memory of Salminen, who passed away in 2015.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
DocPoint - Helsinki Documentary Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- P.V. Lehtinen
- Screenplay & Story
- P.V. Lehtinen
- Original Score
- Eyenorth
- Original Title
- Simo kävi täällä
- Country of Origin
- Finland
- Spoken Languages
- Finnish
- Runtime
- 3m
- Production Studios
- Cineparadiso
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
P.V. Lehtinen
P.V. Lehtinen
Eyenorth
P.V. Lehtinen
P.V. Lehtinen
Department Leadership Roster
P.V. Lehtinen
Director
P.V. Lehtinen
Editor
P.V. Lehtinen
Producer
P.V. Lehtinen
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Simo Was Here.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Simo Was Here
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Simo Was Here about?
The beloved comedian Simo Salminen began his career as a National Championship level diver in the 1950s. Entertainment was an integral part of his sporting life, and Salminen began performing clown dives in a clown costume to the delight of children. The short film Simo Was Here takes the now elderly Salminen back to the Helsinki Swimming Stadium and illustrates his memories of the good old days. This nostalgic work is dedicated to the memory of Salminen, who passed away in 2015.
Who directed Simo Was Here?
Simo Was Here was directed by P.V. Lehtinen.
Who stars in Simo Was Here?
The principal cast of Simo Was Here includes Simo Salminen.
When was Simo Was Here released and how long is it?
Simo Was Here was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 3m.
Who composed the musical score for Simo Was Here?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Simo Was Here was composed by Eyenorth.