Helsinki-born Matti Laine (b. 1976) is a screenwriter, actor and author who has written, among other things, the six-part Vitikka detective series. As a screenwriter, Laine is known for the Paratiisi TV series, which won the Golden Venla Award. He has also written a musical play about Kirka and has acted in several TV series, films and theatre productions over the years.
Isänsä tytär begins an action thriller series set in the cruel world of corruption, corruption and crime, where Laine, known as a master of interesting characters, is once again in his element. The second part of the book series will be published in spring 2026. ReelMedia Oy has acquired the option for television production of the Kovaset series.
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