“The grey of the world cannot reach the one who dares to see life through a red nose.”
The beloved comedian Simo Salminen began his career as a National Championship level diver in the 1950s. Entertainment was an integral part of his sporting life, and Salminen began performing clown dives in a clown costume to the delight of children. The short film Simo Was Here takes the now elderly Salminen back to the Helsinki Swimming Stadium and illustrates his memories of the good old days. This nostalgic work is dedicated to the memory of Salminen, who passed away in 2015.
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P.V. Lehtinen Director
First release February 5, 2026 · Produced in Finland · Original title Simo kävi täällä
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Cineparadiso
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Finland
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Original title
Simo kävi täällä
Original language
Finnish
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Finnish
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Finland · February 5, 2026
Premiere · DocPoint - Helsinki Documentary Film Festival
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Finland
June 14, 2026 · Premiere · Midnight Sun Film Festival
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