Aino Elina Salo (born 9 March 1936 in Sipoo, Finland) is a Finnish film, theatre and television actress who has also done work in radio as a voice actor in children’s programming. In her career that began in 1956, Salo has appeared in over 50 films and television shows but she is best known for her work in Aki Kaurismäki’s films. She has been awarded three Jussi Awards for her work. In 2010, she was awarded the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (Commandeur).

Biography

La carrière d'Elina Salo commence en 1956. Elle a joué dans plus de 50 films et dans des émissions de télévision mais elle est surtout connue pour ses rôles dans les films de Aki Kaurismäki.

Elle a reçu le Prix Jussi pour son œuvre. En 2010, elle a été nommée Commandeur de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres.

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