Pelicanman
Pelikaanimies
Synopsis
Wanting to know the ways of people, a pelican turns into a gawky young man who soon learns to speak, thanks to his outstanding talent in imitation. He befriends Emil and Elsa, two children who--unlike adults--see that their new neighbor "Mr Berd" is not human but a big bird wearing a suit. The Pelican Man lands a job at the opera and falls in love with a pretty ballerina, looking so much like a bird herself. Troubles start when adults too find out about "Mr Berd's" ornithological origin.
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Kari Ketonen
Pelikaanimies
Roni Haarakangas
Emil
Inka Nuorgam
Elsa
Jonna Järnefelt
Talonrouva
Liisa Mustonen
Emilin äiti
Tommi Raitolehto
Emilin isä
Anu Viheriäranta
Helena balleriina
Ismo Kallio
Ovimies
Heikki Kinnunen
Postimies
Jussi Lampi
huoltomies
Kristiina Elstelä
Arpojen myyjä
Seppo Pääkkönen
Eläintarhan vartija
Antti Pääkkönen
Eläintarhan vartija
Anu Komsi
Diva
Björn Andrésen
Pianisti
Jorma Uotinen
von Rothbart
Katariina Lohiniva
Kahvilan pitäjä
Kiureli Sammallahti
Haitarinsoittaja
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Liisa Helminen
- Screenplay & Story
- William Aldridge, Liisa Helminen
- Original Score
- Tuomas Kantelinen
- Original Title
- Pelikaanimies
- Country of Origin
- Finland, Sweden
- Spoken Languages
- Finnish
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Lumifilm, Migma Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Liisa Helminen
William Aldridge, Liisa Helminen, Leena Krohn
Tuomas Kantelinen
Timo Salminen
Jukka Nykänen
Hanna Hemilä
Department Leadership Roster
Liisa Helminen
Director
Hanna Hemilä
Producer
Jukka Nykänen
Editor
Tuomas Kantelinen
Original Music Composer
Marja Uusitalo
Costume Design
Tiina Wilén
Costume Design
William Aldridge
Screenplay
Liisa Helminen
Screenplay
Juha Pursiainen
Stunt Coordinator
Timo Salminen
Director of Photography
Petri Neuvonen
Production Design
Jussi Halonen
Production Design
Samuli Halla
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pelicanman
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What is Pelicanman about?
Wanting to know the ways of people, a pelican turns into a gawky young man who soon learns to speak, thanks to his outstanding talent in imitation. He befriends Emil and Elsa, two children who--unlike adults--see that their new neighbor "Mr Berd" is not human but a big bird wearing a suit. The Pelican Man lands a job at the opera and falls in love with a pretty ballerina, looking so much like a bird herself. Troubles start when adults too find out about "Mr Berd's" ornithological origin.
Who directed Pelicanman?
Pelicanman was directed by Liisa Helminen.
Who stars in Pelicanman?
The principal cast of Pelicanman includes Kari Ketonen, Roni Haarakangas, Inka Nuorgam, Jonna Järnefelt, Liisa Mustonen.
When was Pelicanman released and how long is it?
Pelicanman was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Pelicanman?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Pelicanman was composed by Tuomas Kantelinen.
Is Pelicanman based on a book or true story?
Pelicanman is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Leena Krohn".