Arvo Kruusement
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Arvo Kruusement (born April 20, 1928) is an Estonian actor, theatre and film director who has made some of Estonia's classic novels into films; Spring (1969), Summer (1976), and Fall (1990) The movie Spring has been noted as the best Estonian feature film in the Top Ten Poll held by Estonian film critics and journalists in 2002. In 1970 the movie sold 558,000 tickets in Estonia (Total population 1.34 million) and in 1971 8,100,000 tickets in Soviet Union. Arvo Kruusement attended GITIS in Moscow, Russia from where he graduated in 1953. in 1953-1961 he worked as an actor at the Estonian Drama Theatre in Tallinn. In 1962-1964 Arvo Kruusement was the director of the Endla Theatre in Pärnu, Estonia, and film director for Tallinnfilm in 1965–1991.
Arvo Kruusement Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Arvo Kruusement reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Arvo Kruusement's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 8% of Arvo Kruusement's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Days of June, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Arvo Kruusement Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Arvo Kruusement's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Arvo Kruusement has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Nazis and Blondes | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Visit of an Old Lady | Claire's Husband | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Dance Around the Steam Boiler | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Wild Swans | Chamber Master | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | In One Hundred Years in May | Jaan Tõnisson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Spanish Version | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Red Violin | Veski | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | What Happened To Andres Lapeteus? | Party Guest (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | I Am Bereza | Nemetskiy mayor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | My Younger Brother | Matti | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Days of June | Nils | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Yachts at Sea | Juuksur | Flop | Similar → |
Arvo Kruusement - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Arvo Kruusement?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Arvo Kruusement is "Days of June" with a rating of 6.5/10.
How many movies has Arvo Kruusement acted in?
Arvo Kruusement has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Arvo Kruusement?
Other notable films include "Nazis and Blondes", "Dance Around the Steam Boiler", and "The Wild Swans".