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Biography
Matti Pellonpää was a Finnish actor and a musician. He rose to international fame with his roles in both Aki Kaurismäki's and Mika Kaurismäki's films; particularly being a regular in Aki's films, appearing in 18 of them.
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Awards & recognition
- European Film Award — Best Actor · 1992
- Jussi Award — Best Leading Actor · 1991
- European Film Award — Best Actor · 1992 · nominated
Filmography9 titles
Drifting Clouds
1996In Memory Of
1996In Memory Of
The Bohemian Life
1992as Rodolfo
1992as Rodolfo
Night on Earth
1991as Mika
1991as Mika
Shadows in Paradise
1986as Nikander
1986as Nikander
Ariel
1988as Mikkonen
1988as Mikkonen
Leningrad Cowboys Go America
1989as Vladimir (Manager)
1989as Vladimir (Manager)
Total Balalaika Show
1994Production Assistant
1994Production Assistant
Leningrad Cowboys Meet Moses
1994as Moses / Vladimir
1994as Moses / Vladimir
Rocky VI
1986as Aljosa, Igor's Coach
1986as Aljosa, Igor's Coach