Kristjan Svirgsden

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Kristjan Svirgsden

Born September 13, 1954 · Tallinn, Estonian SSR, USSR [now Harju County, Estonia]

Died July 16, 2026 · aged 71

Kristjan Svirgsden (September 13, 1954, Tallinn – July 16, 2026) was an Estonian director, cinematographer, documentary filmmaker, and columnist.

Known For

Disco and Atomic WarDisco and Atomic War · 2009
Disco and Atomic War
5.42009
MovieDocumentary
A different history of the Cold War: how Estonians under Soviet tyranny began to feel the breeze of freedom when a group of anonymous dreamers successfully used improbable methods to capture the Finnish television signal, a window into Western popular culture, brave but harmless warriors who helped change the fate of an entire nation.
Greening KundaGreening Kunda · 1998
Greening Kunda
1998
MovieDocumentary
Captures the severe dust pollution caused by the Kunda cement plant in Estonia between 1995-1997. Broadcast globally in over 100 countries, the film sparked significant local controversy for its bleak and one-sided depiction of the town.
ValuläviValulävi · 1985
Valulävi
1985
MovieDocumentary
Ants Tosin, a police major with thirty years of experience, has served as the Aegviidu district inspector for the last 15 years. The film shows the everyday police work in a small town, giving a poetic portrait of Ants Tosin.
Heinz ValkHeinz Valk · 2014
Heinz Valk
2014
MovieDocumentary
Heinz Valk is the troubadour of the Singing Revolution, an artist and a social activist who has become famous for his sentence: "Some day we will win for no matter what!" Documentary tells the story about Heinz - a founder of People's Front, a witty caricature artist, an independent and idealistic thinker who despises consumer mentality. The historical cliche "Every revolution devours its children" applies to Heinz Valk. This film is a recording of the daily life and thoughts of an elderly man; yet, it gives a general overview about creative people in politics who after retiring won't classify either as true artists or politicians.
Pöial-LiisidPöial-Liisid · 1984
Pöial-Liisid
1984
MovieDocumentary
The film introduces the V.Klementi Sewing Factory and tells the story of its youngest employees, 15-16-year-old girls who are still looking for their place in life.
SalmeSalme · 1981
Salme
1981
MovieDocumentary
Estonian Drama Theater actor Salme Reek about herself and others.
Vabandage, ma monteerisin teiegaVabandage, ma monteerisin teiega · 1994
Vabandage, ma monteerisin teiega
1994
MovieDocumentary
Salme Kõrvemann, editor at the Estonian Telefilm studio, worked in this position for 35 years. She is a living history of Estonian film history. Contains excerpts from the films she edited.
Kalevite kanged pojadKalevite kanged pojad · 2010
Kalevite kanged pojad
2010
MovieDocumentary
A documentary about the epic hero Kalevipoeg, a famous sculptor, and a corruption scandal. The idea to put a huge statue of Kalevipoeg in the Gulf of Tallinn dates back ten years. The film records the important events of the large-scale project. By now, no one knows when Kalev will make it home to bring luck to his children and growth to his country. But hope remains...

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