Sylvi (1913)
The first Finnish full-length feature film and the first film adaptation of Minna Canth’s play of the same name. Orphaned Sylvi is married to her older guardian Aksel Vahli, but is in love with her childhood friend Viktor Hoving. A difficult situation drives Sylv to desperate deeds. A approximately 27-minute version of the film’s surviving scenes, with the most explanatory text, has been reconstructed.
Director: Teuvo Puro
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 49 min
Release Date: February 24, 1913
Cast
- Teuvo Puro - Aksel Vahl
- Aili Somersalmi - Sylvi
- Teppo Raikas - Viktor Hoving
- Olga Salo - Alma Hoving
- Ester Forsman - Karin Löfberg
- Olga Leino - Elin Grönkvist
- Eero Kilpi - Harlin
- Jussi Snellman - Idestam
- Paavo Jännes - Tuomari (uncredited)
Screenplay
- Teuvo Puro (Screenplay)
- Minna Canth (Theatre Play)
Cinematography: Frans Engström
Country: Finland
Language: No Language
Original Language: fi
Keywords
based on play or musical, silent film
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Sylvi about?
- The first Finnish full-length feature film and the first film adaptation of Minna Canth’s play of the same name. Orphaned Sylvi is married to her older guardian Aksel Vahli, but is in love with her childhood friend Viktor Hoving. A difficult situation drives Sylv to desperate deeds. A approximately 27-minute version of the film’s surviving scenes, with the most explanatory text, has been reconstructed.
- Who directed Sylvi?
- Sylvi was directed by Teuvo Puro.
- Who stars in Sylvi?
- Sylvi stars Teuvo Puro, Aili Somersalmi, Teppo Raikas, Olga Salo, Ester Forsman, Olga Leino.
- How long is Sylvi?
- Sylvi has a runtime of 49m (49 minutes).
- What genre is Sylvi?
- Sylvi is a Drama film.
- Where was Sylvi produced?
- Sylvi was produced in Finland.