Linnaisten vihreä kamari | |
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Directed by | Valentin Vaala |
Produced by | Matti Schreck |
Written by | Usko Hurmerinta |
Based on | Linnaisten kartanon viheriä kamari by Zachris Topelius |
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Music by | Felix Krohn |
Cinematography | Eino Heino |
Edited by | Valentin Vaala |
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Suomi-Filmi Oy
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Distributed by | Suomi-Filmi Oy |
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Running time
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91 minutes |
Country | Finland |
Language | Finnish |
Linnaisten vihreä kamari is a Finnish film from 1945 directed by Valentin Vaala. Mixed with elements of horror and romance, it is based on an 1880 novel Linnaisten kartanon viheriä kamari by Zachris Topelius.
The film represents the style of pure escapism with its mansion settings filled with romances, wrong identities and centuries-old secrets. It was the most watched Finnish premiere film of 1945 and went on to win three Jussi Awards; Rauli Tuomi for best actor in a leading role, Eino Heino for best cinematography and Roy for best production design.
Linnaisten vihreä kamari received mixed reviews. It was noted for achieving to create a genuine historical-romantic atmosphere. Also the acting, cinematography and production design were praised. On the other hand, some critics mentioned that the film failed to modernize the themes of the original novel.