Renny Harlin
Biography: Renny Harlin (born Renny Lauri Mauritz Harjola on March 15, 1959) is a Finnish film director and producer, known for his prolific work in the action and horror genres. The peak of his success spanned from the late 1980s to the late 1990s, during which period he directed numerous hits, including A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master, Die Hard 2, Cliffhanger, and Deep Blue Sea. The commercial performance of his films has waned since the mid 2000s, but Harlin remains 86th on the list of highest-grossing directors of all time (based on U.S. domestic gross revenue). He has primarily worked in the Hollywood studio system, in addition to time spent in his native Finland and a brief stint in China.
Place of Birth: Not available
Birthday: March 15, 1959
Deathday: N/A
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A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master
1988-08-19
A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master
Overview: Freddy Krueger is resurrected from his apparent demise, and rapidly tracks down and kills the remainder of the Elm Street kids. However, Kristen, who can draw others into her dreams, wills her special ability to her new friend, Alice.
Genres: Horror Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1988-08-19
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The Breakthrough
1981-09-18
The Breakthrough
Overview: A student film.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: fi
Release Date: 1981-09-18
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The Making of 'Nightmare on Elm Street IV'
1989-10-31
The Making of 'Nightmare on Elm Street IV'
Overview: Witness the behind-the-scenes techniques and gruesome special effects that dominate this box office hit! See through the mysteries of the slasher saga by watching brilliant direction from concept to actual filming, special make-up techniques, and all the mechanical devices used to produce the inherently terrifying nightmares. Starring Robert Englund as Freddy Krueger!
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1989-10-31
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Raptori Moe!
1990-12-06
Raptori Moe!
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Genres: Music
Original Language: fi
Release Date: 1990-12-06
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Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy
2010-05-04
Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy
Overview: For decades, Freddy Krueger has slashed his way through the dreams of countless youngsters, scaring up over half a billion dollars at the box office across eight terrifying, spectacular films.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2010-05-04
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A Night to Die For
1995-05-18
A Night to Die For
Overview: TV special worth watching if only for the incongruous interviews with Wayne Newton, Wayne Gretzky, Kareem Abdul Jabar, Rudolph Giuliani, Mike Ditka, and Ice-T. Aired on CBS ahead of a screening of Die Hard 2, the day before the third film was released.
Genres: TV Movie Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1995-05-18
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The Dinosaur
2021-03-10
The Dinosaur
Overview: Acclaimed Finnish director Rauni Mollberg made several scandalous yet widely appreciated films. Former co-worker Veikko Aaltonen’s eye-opening documentary The Dinosaur looks at the relentless, often disturbing directing techniques behind Mollberg’s art and success.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: fi
Release Date: 2021-03-10
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The Legend of Hercules
2014-01-10
The Legend of Hercules
Overview: In Ancient Greece 1200 B.C., a queen succumbs to the lust of Zeus to bear a son promised to overthrow the tyrannical rule of the king and restore peace to a land in hardship. But this prince, Hercules, knows nothing of his real identity or his destiny. He desires only one thing: the love of Hebe, Princess of Crete, who has been promised to his own brother. When Hercules learns of his greater purpose, he must choose: to flee with his true love or to fulfill his destiny and become the true hero of his time. The story behind one of the greatest myths is revealed in this action-packed epic - a tale of love, sacrifice and the strength of the human spirit.
Genres: Action Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-01-10
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Slash & Burn: The Freddy Krueger Story
1991-10-25
Slash & Burn: The Freddy Krueger Story
Overview: Freddy Krueger hosts a retrospective special/making-of "Freddy's Dead."
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1991-10-25
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Hard Time: The Making of Prison
2013-02-10
Hard Time: The Making of Prison
Overview: Retrospective documentary on the making of the low-budget horror film Prison (1987)
Genres: Horror Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-02-10
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Johtaja Uuno Turhapuro pisnismies
1998-08-28
Johtaja Uuno Turhapuro pisnismies
Overview: Uuno Turhapuro's younger brother Peni arrives in Helsinki. Uuno helps his brother in management duties.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: fi
Release Date: 1998-08-28
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Fear Himself: The Life and Crimes of Freddy Krueger
2012-02-10
Fear Himself: The Life and Crimes of Freddy Krueger
Overview: Retrospective on The Nightmare On Elm Street Series.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-02-10
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Driven
2001-04-27
Driven
Overview: Talented rookie race-car driver Jimmy Bly has started losing his focus and begins to slip in the race rankings. It's no wonder, with the immense pressure being shoveled on him by his overly ambitious promoter brother as well as Bly's romance with his arch rival's girlfriend Sophia. With much riding on Bly, car owner Carl Henry brings former racing star Joe Tanto on board to help Bly. To drive Bly back to the top of the rankings, Tanto must first deal with the emotional scars left over from a tragic racing accident which nearly took his life.
Genres: Action Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2001-04-27
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Born American
1986-01-14
Born American
Overview: A trio of American students vacationing in Finland cross the border into the USSR and are soon imprisoned following a skirmish with Soviet soldiers.
Genres: Drama Action Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1986-01-14
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Wreckage and Rage: Making 'Alien³'
2003-12-02
Wreckage and Rage: Making 'Alien³'
Overview: The creation of the film Alien³ (1992) is covered here in this feature-length documentary in exhaustive detail. Many interviews with the cast and crew give us an idea of how hard of a time David Fincher had creating his first feature film, as well as present us with much information about every element that went into making this film, including how the plot and script changed drastically through filming.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2003-12-02
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Kohtauspaikka 33
1981-01-01
Kohtauspaikka 33
Overview: A documentary following youths of Helsinki and their habits of spending all their money on expensive clothes.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: fi
Release Date: 1981-01-01
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