
Eeva-Kaarina Volanen
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Eeva-Kaarina Volanen (January 15, 1921 Kuusankoski – January 27, 1999 Helsinki) was a Finnish actress. She worked at the Finnish National Theatre for 45 years (1945–1990). Her artistic record was extensive: she played the comedic Ingenue roles and successfully interpreted tragic roles such as Antigone. Volanen continued to act in retirement, in addition to which she performed as a speaker in her own poems. Volanen also starred in films and television as well as in radio plays. Volanen won the Jussi Award for her film work four times. She received the Jussi for Best Actress in a Lead Role three times: in 1948 for the film "Naiskohtaloita", in 1949 for the film "Ruma Elsa", and in 1950 for the films "Katupeilin takana" and "Hallin Janne". She received her fourth Jussi as a Lifetime Achievement award in 1992. Her husband was professor Sakari Puurunen (July 25, 1921, Iisalmi – August 5, 2000, Helsinki). They had no children.
Best Eeva-Kaarina Volanen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Eeva-Kaarina Volanen's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Eeva-Kaarina Volanen.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | White Marble | Nelly Ahmala | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Flame Top | (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Hänen olivat linnut | ruustinna Adele Broms | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Ihmisiä elämän pohjalla | Natasha, Vasilisan sisar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Musta rakkaus | Marjatta Salmela | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Onnelliset | Annina Alanko | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Kun on tunteet | Madam Röhelin's Costumer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Kolmiapila | Eeva | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Kesäillan valssi | Annina Grahn | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Katarina kaunis leski | Katarina Thorwöst | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Hallin Janne | Leena Matildantytär | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Katupeilin takana | Vappu | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Prinsessa Ruusunen | Valotar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Ruma Elsa | Elsa Kassel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Toukokuun taika | Tuija Suvi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Suopursu kukkii | Annikki Kivi | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Naiskohtaloita | Anette Erling | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | "Minä elän" | Girl on a rock | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Synnin jäljet | Tuula Heino | Flop | Similar → |
Eeva-Kaarina Volanen - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Eeva-Kaarina Volanen?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Eeva-Kaarina Volanen is "Ruma Elsa" with a rating of 6.7/10.
How many movies has Eeva-Kaarina Volanen acted in?
Eeva-Kaarina Volanen has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Eeva-Kaarina Volanen?
Other notable films include ""Minä elän"", "White Marble", and "Suopursu kukkii".




