Ilkka Järvi-Laturi
DirectingAbout Ilkka Järvi-Laturi
Ilkka Untamo Järvi-Laturi (November 28, 1961 – March 5, 2023) was a Finnish-born US-based film director whose best known film is Spy Games (1999) starring Bill Pullman and Irene Jacob. The film was shot in Helsinki, New York and Toronto. Järvi-Laturi has a cameo role in the film. Before making the film Spy Games, Järvi-Laturi directed and served as co-director of several films in Finland. He has also acted in the 1985 film The Unknown Soldier. Järvi-Laturi won the Nordic Film Prize for the best Scandinavian Film of The Year and the highest Finnish film prize Jussi Award (best screenplay) in 1990 for Kotia Päin (Homebound). His Estonian actioner Darkness in Tallinn is the most widely distributed Estonian film so far, and won the Silver Alexander in Thessaloniki and the Fassbinder prize in Mannheim. He previously lived in New York and Beijing.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ilkka Järvi-Laturi reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 4 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Ilkka Järvi-Laturi's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 75% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ilkka Järvi-Laturi remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Nuoruuteni savotat, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Ilkka Järvi-Laturi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ilkka Järvi-Laturi's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ilkka Järvi-Laturi.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Spy Games | Man Outside the Jazz-bar (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Winter War | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Nuoruuteni savotat | Kalle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Unknown Soldier | - | Hit | Similar → |
Ilkka Järvi-Laturi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ilkka Järvi-Laturi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ilkka Järvi-Laturi is "Nuoruuteni savotat" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Ilkka Järvi-Laturi acted in?
Ilkka Järvi-Laturi has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ilkka Järvi-Laturi?
Other notable films include "The Winter War", "The Unknown Soldier", and "Spy Games".