Peter Franzén
Finnish actor in 'Valkyrie' and 'Bordertown'
Born
August 14th, 1971
54 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Finland
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An actor born in Finland in 1971. Gained recognition for roles in both film and television. Starred in the 2008 film 'Valkyrie' alongside Tom Cruise, portraying a significant character in the historical narrative. Developed a prominent television career, playing the lead role in the series 'Bordertown', which explored crime and social issues in a small Finnish town. In addition to acting, worked as a director and writer, contributing to various projects in Finnish cinema.
Role in the film 'Valkyrie'
Lead role in the series 'Bordertown'
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