Irma Seikkula was an American-Finnish actress who is best known for Juurakon Hulda, Juha, and Pretty Good for a Human. Born on May 14, 1914, in Helsinki, Finland, she enjoyed a long career in film and television before passing away at the age of 87.
Personal and Family Life
Irma was married to Toivo Mäkelä in 1944, and they had three children together. Their marriage lasted until Toivo’s death in 1979. Irma’s family was an important part of her life, and she balanced her acting career with her responsibilities as a mother.
Death and Legacy
Irma Seikkula died on July 8, 2001, in Helsinki, Finland, due to natural causes. Her contributions to Finnish cinema, particularly through her memorable roles, have left a lasting impact on the film industry. She is remembered as a talented actress who brought many characters to life on screen.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Juurakon Hulda | 1937-10-17 | Hulda Juurakko |
| Kolmiapila | 1953-03-29 | Lastenkodin johtajatar |
| Juha | 1937-01-24 | Marja |
| Pimeänpirtin hävitys | 1947-03-07 | Leni/Johanna Kallentytär, “Hanni” |
| Miriam | 1957-10-18 | Britta Allnes |
| Rikas tyttö | 1939-09-17 | Irja Rantanen |
| Opettajatar seikkailee | 1960-10-28 | Tyynelä |
| Aika hyvä ihmiseksi | 1977-10-07 | |
| Työmiehen päiväkirja | 1967-02-26 | Hilda, Ritvan enon vaimo |
| Avoveteen | 1939-08-27 | Elsa |
| Kuriton sukupolvi | 1957-03-29 | Mrs. Varavaara |
| Kultainen vasikka | 1961-11-24 | Anna Aaltonen |
| Jumalan myrsky | 1940-11-23 | Hanna Niskala |
| Varaventtiili | 1942-03-22 | Rauha Tuomikoski |
| Keinumorsian | 1943-01-03 | Aliina Horha |
| Markan tähden | 1938-10-02 | Ritva Majuri |
| Synnin puumerkki | 1942-09-20 | Stiina Berg |
| …ja Helena soittaa | 1951-12-30 | Helena Junkkeri |
| Pää pystyyn Helena | 1957-02-08 | Helena Junkkeri |
| Aikapoika ja mono | 1976-10-22 | Tyyne |
| Viimeinen vieras | 1941-03-23 | Ane Arvila |
| Johanneksen leipäpuu | 1994-05-02 | |
| Vaarallista vapautta | 1962-11-16 | Anna |
| Miehen kunnia | 1943-10-24 | Virve Vainio |
| Totuus on armoton | 1963-03-14 | Mrs. Huhtakallio |
| Villi Pohjola | 1955-09-30 | Ilotyttö |
| Yli rajan | 1942-10-11 | Eliisa Raaska |
| Pitkäjärveläiset | 1951-11-02 | Liisa |
| Kun lesket lempivät | 1974-01-09 | Variksen Maija |
| Älä nuolase… | 1962-02-09 | Mrs. Koivu |
| Pikku Pietarin piha | 1961-11-30 | Kellomestarin vaimo |
| Meidän Herramme muurahaisia | 1964-11-09 | rouva Hurme |