Matti Nykänen – The Legend

1h 53m
Documentary
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Finland’s ski jumping legend Matti Nykänen (1963-2019) became famous not only for his medals but also for his constant scandalous appearances in the tabloids. The sports idol was known for his great achievements in sports, as well as his alcohol addiction, his tendency to become violent especially with romantic partners, and his side gigs as a singer and an exotic dancer.

Cast

Matti Nykänen
Self (archive footage)

Crew

Olli Laine
Director, Writer
Petteri Kauhanen
Editor
Hannu Kettunen
Director of Photography
Antti Tuunanen
Director of Photography
Ari Lehikoinen
Producer
Anssi Tamminen
Sound Designer
Tero Vänttinen
Original Music Composer

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