The Magnetic Man (2009)

A look at the life and music of Pekka Streng who died at the age of 26 in 1975.

Director:

Arto Halonen

Writer:

Arto Halonen

Stars:

Atte Blom, Sinikka Haapanen, Jukka Hakoköngäs

1 nomination.

Cast

Credited cast:
Atte Blom	...	Self - Co-founder of Love Records
Sinikka Haapanen	...	Self - Pekka's friend
Jukka Hakoköngäs	...	Self
Arto Halonen	...	Self
Juha Hurme	...	Self
Irmeli Isomäki	...	Self - Pekka's friend
Tapio Korjus	...	Self
Sonja Lehto	...	Self - Pekka's sister
Jukka Lindfors	...	Self
Calle Lindholm	...	Self
Vesa-Matti Loiri	...	Self
Emma Salokoski	...	Self - Juuso's daughter
Juuso Salokoski	...	Self
Keijo Siekkinen	...	Self
Jori Sivonen	...	Self - Pekka's friend

Storyline

A look at the life and music of Pekka Streng who died at the age of 26 in 1975.

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Plot Keywords:

individualism | individuality | talent | mysticism | family relationships | 

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Genres:

Documentary | Biography | Music

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Did You Know?

Trivia

Märskylä is the hometown of the main character, Pekka Streng. In 2009 Märskylä organized an event for him as a tribute. This event included a pre-screening of the film, an exhibition, and a concert to honor his work.

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Soundtracks

Keijut
Written by Pekka Streng
Arranged by Jukka Hakoköngäs & Olympia-orkesteri

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Details

Official Sites:

Official site [Finland]

Country:

Finland

Language:

Finnish

Release Date:

16 October 2009 (Finland)

Also Known As:

The Magnetic Man

Filming Locations:

Finland

Box Office

Budget:

EUR211,002 (estimated)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Art Films Productions, Yleisradio (YLE)

Technical Specs

Runtime:

79 min

Color:

Color