Poet and Muse

Plot Summary

Semi-fictitious biopic of Finnish poet Eino Leino, made with a large budget to celebrate the 100th anniversary of his birth. The film concentrates on his relationships with first wife Freya Schoultz and later muse, poetess L. Onerva. His friends include equally central figures of the Finnish cultural scene in the early 1900s, such as painters Halonen and Gallén-Kallela, and composer Sibelius.

Top Cast

Esko Salminen Eino Leino

Katja Salminen Freya Schoultz

Elina Salo L. Onerva

Paavo Liski Kasimir Leino

Pertti Palo Artturi Lönnbohm