Sylvi
Feb 24, 1913 · 49m
Director
Teuvo PuroOverview
The first Finnish full-length feature film and the first film adaptation of Minna Canth’s play of the same name. Orphaned Sylvi is married to her older guardian Aksel Vahli, but is in love with her childhood friend Viktor Hoving. A difficult situation drives Sylv to desperate deeds. A approximately 27-minute version of the film’s surviving scenes, with the most explanatory text, has been reconstructed.
Cast of Sylvi
Crew of Sylvi
About Sylvi
What is Sylvi about?
The first Finnish full-length feature film and the first film adaptation of Minna Canth’s play of the same name. Orphaned Sylvi is married to her older guardian Aksel Vahli, but is in love with her childhood friend Viktor Hoving. A difficult situation drives Sylv to desperate deeds. A approximately 27-minute version of the film’s surviving scenes, with the most explanatory text, has been…
When was Sylvi released?
Sylvi was released on February 24, 1913.
How long is Sylvi?
Sylvi runs 49 minutes.
Who directed Sylvi?
Sylvi was directed by Teuvo Puro.
Who is in the cast of Sylvi?
The cast of Sylvi includes Teuvo Puro (Aksel Vahl), Aili Somersalmi (Sylvi), Teppo Raikas (Viktor Hoving), Olga Salo (Alma Hoving) and Ester Forsman (Karin Löfberg).