Susanna is an emerging screenwriter and director with a fresh, feminist comedic voice. Her background includes studies in screenwriting and directing at Aalto University, as well as courses in acting and improv at institutions such as Uniarts Helsinki’s Theatre Academy and Upright Citizens Brigade (UCB). She is passionate about compelling storytelling across formats, from engaging microdramas to long-form television series and feature films.
Susanna Karttunen
Talent
Screenwriter
Director
Latest Work
TÄHTITEHDAS, 2023, short form comedy series – co-writer, director
TIKKARI (LOLLIPOP), 2023, short-film (dir. Sameli Muurimäki) – writer
Languages
English, Finnish
Interests:
I love developing high-concept ideas, and I dream of expanding my career abroad with exciting new movie and TV series concepts.
I would describe my style as a mix of The Office and The Handmaid’s Tale. My high-concept stories usually incorporate elements of speculative fiction, comedy, drama, and sometimes thriller. My comedic approach blends dark, feminist, cringe, absurd, and satirical elements. I enjoy world-building, creating multidimensional characters, and making bold observations about society. I aim to view the world through an empathetic yet provocatively questioning lens.
In 2021, I wrote my bachelor’s thesis on screenwriting and artificial intelligence. I’m excited about the possibilities of utilizing AI in the film industry. Before studying filmmaking at Aalto University, I earned a degree in media engineering, which gave me a broad understanding of and interest in cross-platform storytelling.
Filmography:
TÄHTITEHDAS, 2023, short form comedy series – co-writer, director
TIKKARI (LOLLIPOP), 2023, short-film (dir. Sameli Muurimäki) – writer
NE JOTKA PUTOAA (THOSE WHO FALL), 2022, short-film (dir. Helmi Donner) – writer
RADIX ABDUCTIO, 2023, radio play – co-writer
VIEROITUSSAARI (REHAB ISLAND), production company: Dionysos Films – writer (in development)
SURVIVAL SISTERS, production company: Banijay Finland – writer, director (in development)
HÄPEÄPÄIVÄKIRJA (SHAME DIARY), 2024, short form comedy series, production company: Kokko, – writer, director
RUGRAT (dir. Jonas Rothlaender) – co-writer (in development)
