Peeter Jalakas
Acting
Biography
Peeter Jalakas (born January 5, 1961 in Tallinn) is an Estonian theatre director, producer, playwright and restaurateur. In 1987, he established Estonia's first independent theatre company: VAT Theatre. In 1989 he established the theatre group Ruto Killakund. He is also the founder of theatre festival Baltoscandal. In 1992 he established Von Krahl Theatre. In 2015, he was awarded with Order of the White Star, IV class.
Known For
Lonely secret service officer Gustav meets a mysterious gypsy woman. It soon comes clear that it is a trap set by the Russian intelligence. Gustav is ordered to continue the relationship to get a better understanding of the enemy's plans. Unfortunately, Gustav finds himself struggling with the task, as he is falling in love with the enemy. Is there a way out of this situation?
The Spy and The Poet
The 6 short films of "Tabamata ime" are based on Edward Vilde's play of the same name first published in 1912. Vilde's play is about a young piano player Leo Saalep, who returns to his homeland Estonia to give a concert, and whose alleged international breakthrough has given him the long awaited role of putting Estonian culture on the map in the eyes of the local culture elite.
Uncaught Miracle
A documentary film about the conductor Tõnu Kaljuste and his crazy idea of building an opera house on Naissaar; an island, which till now has no regular ferry line, no electricity and only one permanent resident.