Jaakko Pakkasvirta
DirectingAbout Jaakko Pakkasvirta
Jaakko Juhani Pakkasvirta (28 November 1934 – 23 March 2018) was a Finnish film director and screenwriter. He directed more than 30 films between 1958 and 2000. His 1975 film Home for Christmas was entered into the 9th Moscow International Film Festival. His 1978 film Poet and Muse was entered into the 11th Moscow International Film Festival.
Jaakko Pakkasvirta Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jaakko Pakkasvirta 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 Jaakko Pakkasvirta's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 6% of Jaakko Pakkasvirta'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 Town Is Our Future, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jaakko Pakkasvirta Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jaakko Pakkasvirta's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jaakko Pakkasvirta has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Linna | Sihteeri Bürgel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Valkoinen kääpiö | Tomas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Poet and Muse | Otto Manninen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Maaseudun tulevaisuus? | kertoja | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Kesäkapina | mies irtokynsimainoksessa | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Town Is Our Future | Narrator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Onnenpeli | Jussi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | X-Paroni | James | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Hopeaa rajan takaa | Ese Wist | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Meren juhlat | Jaska | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Darling | Jaska Salmi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Iloinen Linnanmäki | Sorri | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Mies tältä tähdeltä | Erkki Paarala | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Sotapojan heilat | Alokas | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Pekka ja Pätkä Suezilla | (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Tyttö lähtee kasarmiin | Alokas | Flop | Similar → |
Jaakko Pakkasvirta - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jaakko Pakkasvirta?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jaakko Pakkasvirta is "Town Is Our Future" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Jaakko Pakkasvirta acted in?
Jaakko Pakkasvirta has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jaakko Pakkasvirta?
Other notable films include "Hopeaa rajan takaa", "Mies tältä tähdeltä", and "Pekka ja Pätkä Suezilla".