Explore our world and shop our collections at our online store. Tove is a scandinavian given name that derives from the old norse name tófa or from the old norse name þórfríðr, which combines thor with fríðr. It stars alma pöysti as tove jansson, one of the most beloved finnish writers/cartoonists/artists, according to a knowledgeable reviewer Set in bohemian helsinki after world war ii, tove depicts the life of libertine children's author and illustrator tove jansson, creator of the cult children' books the moomins. A film by zaida bergrothin the midst of her artistic struggles and unconventional personal life, tove jansson found worldwide success from an unexpected side. The film was directed by zaida bergroth from a script by eeva putro, and stars alma pöysti in the title role
While focusing her artistic dreams on painting, the enchanting tales of the ‘moomin’ creatures she told to scared children in bomb shelters, rapidly take on a life of their own, bringing international fame. The exploits of the moomins, infused with inspiration from her own life, bring tove international fame and financial freedom There’s a daily comic strip, a stage play and stories that continue to delight people around the world.
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