Olavi Virta (1972)

Portrait of a national icon: iskelmä or popular schlager legend Olavi Virta (1915–1972), as an old, lost and lonely man. When the film was screened for the first time, people all over Finland went ballistic – they couldn't take the sad sight of their tango's greatest voice, the incarnation of postwar wealth and glory in ruins.

Director: Peter von Bagh
Genre: Documentary, TV Movie
Runtime: 30 min
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Production: YLE
Country: Finland
Language: suomi
Original Language: fi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Olavi Virta about?
Portrait of a national icon: iskelmä or popular schlager legend Olavi Virta (1915–1972), as an old, lost and lonely man. When the film was screened for the first time, people all over Finland went ballistic – they couldn't take the sad sight of their tango's greatest voice, the incarnation of postwar wealth and glory in ruins.
Who directed Olavi Virta?
Olavi Virta was directed by Peter von Bagh.
Who stars in Olavi Virta?
Olavi Virta stars Olavi Virta, Peter von Bagh.
How long is Olavi Virta?
Olavi Virta has a runtime of 30m (30 minutes).
What genre is Olavi Virta?
Olavi Virta is a Documentary, TV Movie film.
Where was Olavi Virta produced?
Olavi Virta was produced in Finland.