Kari Heiskanen

Kari Heiskanen Trailers

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Kari Heiskanen is a prolific Finnish actor with over 70 credited roles since his debut in 1978 upon graduating from the Finnish Theater School. He has also acted in, written and directed several plays, now regarded as one of the pillars of the Helsinki City Theater. Originally focusing on television, he first became well-known for the TV series 'Velipuolikuu' in 1983 and remained a fixture of popular Finnish television series for the remainder of the decade before establishing a greater presence in leading cinematic roles. In 1991 Heiskanen received the State Prize for Cinema and later the Pro Finlandia Medal in 2008.

Most Popular Kari Heiskanen Trailers

Total trailers found: 36

God's Teeth Trailer (2006)

22 September 2006

One winter in the 1930’s somewhere in northern Finland, a first communion ceremony is interrupted by the arrival of mobile dental surgery.

The Year of the Wolf Trailer (2007)

02 February 2007

Sari is a young, beautiful and intelligent girl who is busy studying at university,but she suffers from epilepsy and has to face death on a daily basis.

Playing with Gods Trailer (2022)

18 September 2022

The documentary dives intimately behind the scenes of the Finnish National Opera and sucks the viewer in like the best of thrillers.

Kaikki pelissä Trailer (1994)

15 April 1994

A film group is making movie in the little town. Writer Pentti Töysä interrupts film group's press conference and claims that script is written by him and it is based on true story.

Calamari Union Trailer (1985)

08 February 1985

A group of men all called Frank—except for one named Pekka—have had enough of life in their working-class neighborhood, so they set off for a better existence in the magical seaside district of Eira.

Police Investigates Trailer (2012)

08 March 2012

A 16 year old girl claims she was abducted. Two police officer are tasked with investigating whether her story is plausible.

Ambush Trailer (1999)

22 January 1999

It is the summer of 1941 and the Finnish army has been mobilized along the border with Russia. A platoon led by Lt.

Brothers Trailer (2011)

18 March 2011

Three brothers from three different mothers meet for the first time since years for their mutual father’s 70th birthday: nihilistic writer Ivar, failed film producer Mitja, and resentful caretaker Torsti.

Laulu Trailer (1986)

04 March 1986

A documentary about Helsinki's nightlife, soundtracked by rock band Sielun Veljet, theater troupe Ryhmäteatteri, and radio DJ Teppo Turkki.

Harmagedon Trailer (1986)

28 March 1986

A film about the end of the world.

Cha Cha Cha Trailer (1989)

20 January 1989

A lawyer pays a visit to Matti Ojanperä, a bum living under a bridge in the Helsinki harbour, to inform him that he is about to inherit an American aunt of his.

Vasen ja oikea Trailer (2015)

11 January 2015

Both diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, politicians Esko Seppänen and Iiro Viinanen forge a deep friendship despite their ideological differences.

Mother Wanted Trailer (1989)

27 January 1989

Anni wants a new mommy for herself and a new wife for her dad. But dad has forgotten how to find a wife and needs Anni's help.

Void Trailer (2018)

28 September 2018

Eero’s career as an author is spiraling down: he just can’t get started with his new novel. The ambitious actor Pihla is about to get her international break.

Valkoinen kääpiö Trailer (1986)

14 February 1986

The story of one man's struggle after he gets caught in a nuclear fallout and gets sick with leukemia.

Naked Harbour Trailer (2012)

03 February 2012

In a multicultural suburb of Helsinki, a bullied Russian immigrant decides to fight back, a young woman dreams of superstardom at any cost, and a junkie couple schemes their way out of debt.

Lunastus Trailer (1997)

25 April 1997

In a small village in Eastern Finland in 1918, Patrick, who has taken care of the chaplain, teacher and physician, has been filled with loneliness and brutal spirit of work for five years.

Muuttolinnun aika Trailer (1991)

29 March 1991

Ossi hasn't seen his daughter for over ten years. Suddenly she arrives to figure out what kind of person her father is and why she wasn't good enough for him.

Sista leken Trailer (1984)

18 March 1984

In this somber, psychological drama about the conflict between a man's innermost feelings and a society that puts these feelings in a strait jacket, the mood is ruminative and depressing throughout.

The Boys of Jesus Trailer (1982)

01 January 1982

A short about a boxing match

Young Gods Trailer (2003)

24 October 2003

Taavi,the enigmatic 18-year-old lead, has just inherited his long-deceased wealthy parents home and estate.

Kuumat kundit Trailer (1976)

19 November 1976

Ryhmäteatteri Trailer (2018)

03 February 2018

Documentary on the history of Ryhmäteatteri theatre company.

Älä itke Iines Trailer (1987)

20 February 1987

Älä itke Iines is an absurd comedy about an eccentric community that lives on the roofs and attic of an apartment building, struggling to improve their living conditions.

Lain ulkopuolella Trailer (1987)

30 October 1987

On her way home from an evening shift at a men's clothing store, Saara Nevanen is raped by a man whom she recognizes as her regular but eccentric customer, Antti Kaironen.

The House of Branching Love Trailer (2009)

21 August 2009

The story recounts the breakup of a thirty-something professional couple - Juhani, a family therapist, and his wife, Tuula, a successful business trainer.

Gracious Night Trailer (2021)

08 October 2021

The three men enjoy the evening at a bar whose fate is threatened by pandemic restrictions. Bartender Heikki offers discussion help to his friend Risto, who works in the first line of healthcare, and who has just finished a difficult shift.

Garbage Prince Trailer (2011)

29 July 2011

Jed (19) walks out on his former life, without destination, without explanation, and gets on a train.

Jousiampuja Trailer (1982)

08 October 1982

Drug dealer Aki is taken to hospital after a violent attack where he loses his merchandise and money.

Three Wise Men Trailer (2008)

14 November 2008

Three middle aged men, long time friends, get together in a normally closed Karaoke bar to drink their failed lives away.

Kauhea murhamies Lalli Trailer (1981)

08 May 1981

TV play about the legend of Lalli.

Palkkasoturi Trailer (1997)

18 April 1997

The story of a modest man, played by Ilkka Heiskanen, who decides to become a mercenary in the Yugoslavian civil war.

Syksyllä kaikki on toisin Trailer (1978)

06 October 1978

A small Finnish town bank manager gets caught in the midst of local politics, with dire effects on his family and himself.

Harjunpää ja kiusantekijät Trailer (1993)

24 September 1993

Inspector Timo Harjunpää works on harassment and extortion campaign case against successful computer expert.

Nainen kedolla Trailer (2003)

27 October 2003

Museum conservator Laura Malkaluoto is a top professional in her field. She studies art forgeries at a large museum.

Kuka lohduttaisi Viiviä? Trailer (2001)

31 August 2001