Heikki Kujanpää

Heikki Kujanpää, a masterful Finnish film director, was born in 1965 in Turku, a city in southwestern Finland. His active years span from the late 1990s to the present, during which he has predominantly worked within the genres of drama and comedy, gaining notable recognition for his films such as "Laugh or Die" and "The Year of the Wolf". Throughout his career, Kujanpää has received several accolades, including the Finnish Jussi Award for Best Director for his film "Laugh or Die", testament to his unique directorial style that beautifully blends humor and poignancy. Heikki Kujanpää, with his deep understanding of the human condition and his ability to portray it with authenticity, has secured his place as one of Finland's most respected directors.