Evald Hermaküla
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Evald Hermaküla (December 6, 1941 – May 16, 2000) was an Estonian actor and director. Hermaküla was born in the village of Maardu in Jõelähtme Parish. In 1965 he graduated from the University of Tartu in geology. In 1965 he also finished his studies at Vanemuine Theatre Studio in Tartu. From 1962 he was an actor and from 1969 a stage director in Vanemuine theatre. He also directed and appeared as an actor films and television. Hermaküla committed suicide by hanging on 16 May 2000 in Kadriorg Park in Tallinn, aged 58. He was buried in Tallinn's Forest Cemetery. At the time of his death, he was married to actress Kaie Mihkelson.
Evald Hermaküla Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Evald Hermaküla reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 16 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Evald Hermaküla's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 13% of Evald Hermaküla'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 Handmaiden, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Evald Hermaküla Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Evald Hermaküla's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Evald Hermaküla has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Surmatants | Bernt Notke | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Handmaiden | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Regina | Karl | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Doctor Stockmann | Peter Stockmann | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | In One Hundred Years in May | State Comptroller Oinas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Two | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Flamingo: The Bird of Luck | Justus Puustak | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Puud olid... | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Murder Complicity | Stuart Brummel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Smile at Last | Mari's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Lack of Wind | Brigadier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Risk | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Werewolf | Margus | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Girl in Black | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | We Were Eighteen | Elmar Uudam | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Milkman of Mäeküla | Juhan | Flop | Similar → |
Evald Hermaküla - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Evald Hermaküla?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Evald Hermaküla is "Handmaiden" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Evald Hermaküla acted in?
Evald Hermaküla has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Evald Hermaküla?
Other notable films include "Lack of Wind", "We Were Eighteen", and "Werewolf".