The Singer

Synopsis

The Singer, released in 2018, follows the story of Olavi Virta, a legendary Finnish singer considered as the king of Finnish tango. The movie portrays his rise to fame in the 1940s and 1950s, capturing his personal struggles, relationships, and the price of fame. Lauri Tilkanen delivers a powerful performance, embodying the complexity of Olavi Virta's character. Through captivating visuals and a compelling narrative, the film dives into the emotional turmoil of a man torn between his passion for music and the challenges of his personal life. The Singer is a poignant tribute to a musical icon whose legacy lives on.

Cast

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  Lauri Tilkanen

  Olavi Virta

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  Malla Malmivaara

  Irene Virta

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  Raimo Grönberg

  Old Olavi Virta

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  Martti Suosalo

  Reino Helismaa

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  Jonna Järnefelt

  Olavi Virta's mother

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  Hannu-Pekka Björkman

  Toivo Kärki

Reviews

The Singer has received mixed reviews with critics praising Lauri Tilkanen's performance as Olavi Virta. Rotten Tomatoes critic, Sonia Thompson, described the film as 'a visually stunning homage to a Finnish music legend' giving it a rating of 3.5/5. In contrast, IMDb user, FilmFanatic33, criticized the film's pacing and lack of depth, rating it 5/10. Metacritic's analysis highlighted the film's emotional depth and nostalgic appeal, giving it a score of 65/100. Overall, The Singer offers a glimpse into the life of a cultural icon with a strong lead performance from Tilkanen, though it falls short in certain areas.