IRIA | hybrid documentary (in production)

Read about Iria in the The New York Times: A Finnish Artist and the Apartment and Paintings She Left Behind in SoHo 

“Iria Leino, a pioneer in New York in the ’60s and a mystery to many in the art world.”

Once world-famous supermodel IRIA passed away in relative anonymity, hundreds of her inspired abstract paintings were discovered in a SoHo loft.

Creating a feature documentary film, we are driven by a deep respect and curiosity for Iria, and the beautiful and impressive body of work she left behind.

Iria’s personal archives contain scores of photographs, diaries, letters, and notes. In her own words, she recounts her unique life and explores themes of transcendence, creativity, love and belonging.

Featuring Laura Birn as IRIA

Director Janna Kyllästinen

Creative Producer Kati Aho