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Maila Nurmi Filmography

ActressBORN 1922GLOUCESTER9 FILMS IN DB

MailaNurmi

Known for Acting · Vampira: About Sex, Death and Taxes, The Haunted World of Edward D. Wood, Jr., Vampira and Me

9
FILMS IN DB
$35
TOTAL VALUE
2
PRICED
$18
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DVD
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RAREST RELEASE
Flying Saucers Over Hollywood: The 'Plan 9' Companion
~$25 · VHS · 1992
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MOST VALUABLE
The Haunted World of Edward D. Wood, Jr.
$10 · Est. market value

BIOGRAPHY

Maila Nurmi, born Maila Elizabeth Syrjäniemi, captivated audiences as the iconic Vampira, a character that emerged in the 1950s and became synonymous with camp horror. Her unique blend of eerie glamour and dark humor not only defined an era of television but also left an indelible mark on pop culture, making her a sought-after figure among collectors of physical media. One of her notable later appearances is in the documentary "Vampira: About Sex, Death and Taxes" (1995), which provides invaluable insights into her life and the legacy of her character. Collectors prize her work not only for its nostalgia but also for its significance in the evolution of horror and cult cinema. The rarity of early TV appearances and memorabilia featuring Vampira has made those releases particularly desirable among enthusiasts. With her profound influence on subsequent generations of horror icons, Maila Nurmi’s contributions to film history continue to resonate, solidifying her status as a collectible icon in the world of physical media.

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