Peter Franzén

Finnish actor in 'Valkyrie' and 'Bordertown'

Peter Franzén - Finnish actor in 'Valkyrie' and 'Bordertown'
Born

August 14th, 1971
53 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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