Sysmäläinen
Synopsis
In 17th century Finland young Arvid is forced to marry Brita but their ways soon part when their respective fathers move to different places. Years roll by and Arvid grows up into a handsome and respected Thirty Years' War veteran known for his excellent fencing skills. However, he has fallen madly in love with a local maiden who does not reciprocate his advances, not to mention that his forced marriage to Brita is still valid.
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Olavi Reimas
Arvid Tandefelt
Sirkka Sari
Brita Ekestubbe
Vilho Auvinen
Haavuri-Kustaa
Kerttu Salmi
Johanna
Uuno Laakso
Erik Stjernhök
Sven Relander
Axel Ringius
Topo Leistelä
Arvid's Father
Paavo Jännes
Henrik Ekestubbe
Tuulikki Schreck
Brita as Child
Kalevi Koski
Arvid as Child
Kosti Aaltonen
Merchant (uncredited)
Iivari Kainulainen
Vicar (uncredited)
Ida Salmi
Vicar's Wife (uncredited)
Verna Piponius
Merchant's Wife (uncredited)
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$270K
Filming & production cost
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Valentin Vaala
- Screenplay & Story
- Nisse Hirn
- Original Score
- Felix Krohn
- Original Title
- Sysmäläinen
- Country of Origin
- Finland
- Spoken Languages
- Finnish
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Budget
- $270K
- Production Studios
- Suomi-Filmi
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Valentin Vaala
Nisse Hirn, Jalmari Finne
Felix Krohn
Armas Hirvonen
Valentin Vaala
Matti Schreck
Department Leadership Roster
Valentin Vaala
Director
Valentin Vaala
Editor
Matti Schreck
Producer
Nisse Hirn
Screenplay
Felix Krohn
Original Music Composer
Ville Salminen
Production Design
Kosti Aaltonen
Production Design
Armas Hirvonen
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sysmäläinen
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Sysmäläinen about?
In 17th century Finland young Arvid is forced to marry Brita but their ways soon part when their respective fathers move to different places. Years roll by and Arvid grows up into a handsome and respected Thirty Years' War veteran known for his excellent fencing skills. However, he has fallen madly in love with a local maiden who does not reciprocate his advances, not to mention that his forced marriage to Brita is still valid.
Who directed Sysmäläinen?
Sysmäläinen was directed by Valentin Vaala.
Who stars in Sysmäläinen?
The principal cast of Sysmäläinen includes Olavi Reimas, Sirkka Sari, Vilho Auvinen, Kerttu Salmi, Uuno Laakso.
When was Sysmäläinen released and how long is it?
Sysmäläinen was released in 1938 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Sysmäläinen?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sysmäläinen was composed by Felix Krohn.
Is Sysmäläinen based on a book or true story?
Sysmäläinen is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Jalmari Finne".