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Known For
Director
Birthday
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Died
Nationality
Political Party
Finnish People's Democratic League
Languages
Swedish
Spouses
Inga-Britt Wik (1954-1962), Jeanette Bonnier (1974-1988)
Partner
Harriet Andersson
Children
6 children: Johan Donner, Rafael Donner
Parents
Kai Donner
Siblings
Kai Otto Donner, Joakim Donner
Education
Svenska normallyceum, University of Helsinki
Zodiac Sign
♒ Aquarius
Chinese Zodiac
鸡 Rooster
Name Origin
English < Latin (Johanna)
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Jörn Donner is known for directing.
Born in Helsinki, Finland (died at age 86).
15 awards including Apollo Award.
Jörn Donner has 26 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (26)
AWARDS (9)
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Längmanska kulturfondens Finlandspris
2017
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Black Nights Prize
2017
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Lifetime Concrete Jussi Award
2014
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Knight Grand Officer of the Order of the Polar Star
2012
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Biography
Jörn Donner was a Swedish-speaking Finnish writer, film director, actor, producer, politician and founder of Finnish Film Archive. Internationally he was best known for his film Fanny and Alexander (1982), that won four Academy Awards, including the award for the best foreign language film.
In Finland he was known for his work as an author, as well as having been member of both, Parliament of Finland and European Union.
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How old was Jörn Donner?
Jörn Donner was born on and passed away on at the age of 86.
Where was Jörn Donner born?
Jörn Donner was born in Helsinki, Finland.
What movies or shows has Jörn Donner been in?
Jörn Donner has 26 credits in our database. Notable titles include Donner - Private (2021), Armi elää! (2015), Palme (2012), The Interrogation (2009), The Border (2007).
What is Jörn Donner known for?
Jörn Donner is primarily known as a director. Jörn Donner was a Swedish-speaking Finnish writer, film director, actor, producer, politician and founder of Finnish Film Archive. Internationally he was best known for his…
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