Ruma Elsa
Synopsis
The boyish, temperamental chemistry student Elsa Kassel disapproves of her mother and sisters running after men, but when she hears that she's referred to as "ugly Elsa", she takes on a transformation. The new, charming Elsa tests her attractiveness on men and causes confusion all the way to her mother's new groom, Professor Harjula.
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Eeva-Kaarina Volanen
Elsa Kassel
Arvo Lehesmaa
Taavi Harjula
Kullervo Kalske
Pertti Oras
Elsa Turakainen
Vivi Kassel
Liisa Tuomi
Irma Kassel
Rauha Rentola
Paula Kassel
Lasse Pöysti
Usko Aamunen
Hannes Veivo
Erkki Karilo
Sylva Rossi
Minni
Maila Tuomi
Student (uncredited)
Matti Lehtelä
Chemistry Department Janitor (uncredited)
Alexander Saxelin
(uncredited)
Rauha Puntti
Ballet Girl (uncredited)
Matti Kassila
Waiting Gentleman (uncredited)
Enni Rekola
Saleswoman (uncredited)
Nina Lindell
(uncredited)
Mauri Jaakkola
Janitor (uncredited)
Matti Ranin
Student (uncredited)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edvin Laine
- Screenplay & Story
- Toivo Kauppinen
- Original Score
- Nisse Rinkama
- Original Title
- Ruma Elsa
- Country of Origin
- Finland
- Spoken Languages
- Finnish
- Runtime
- 1h 13m
- Production Studios
- Suomen Filmiteollisuus
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edvin Laine
Toivo Kauppinen, Ensio Rislakki
Nisse Rinkama
Kalle Peronkoski
Armas Vallasvuo
T.J. Särkkä
Department Leadership Roster
Kalle Peronkoski
Director of Photography
Aarre Koivisto
Production Design
Toivo Kauppinen
Screenplay
Nisse Rinkama
Original Music Composer
Armas Vallasvuo
Editor
Edvin Laine
Director
T.J. Särkkä
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ruma Elsa
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ruma Elsa about?
The boyish, temperamental chemistry student Elsa Kassel disapproves of her mother and sisters running after men, but when she hears that she's referred to as "ugly Elsa", she takes on a transformation. The new, charming Elsa tests her attractiveness on men and causes confusion all the way to her mother's new groom, Professor Harjula.
Who directed Ruma Elsa?
Ruma Elsa was directed by Edvin Laine.
Who stars in Ruma Elsa?
The principal cast of Ruma Elsa includes Eeva-Kaarina Volanen, Arvo Lehesmaa, Kullervo Kalske, Elsa Turakainen, Liisa Tuomi.
When was Ruma Elsa released and how long is it?
Ruma Elsa was released in 1949 with a total runtime of 1h 13m.
Who composed the musical score for Ruma Elsa?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ruma Elsa was composed by Nisse Rinkama.