Maila Nurmi
Born: 1922-12-11
Birthplace: Gloucester, Massachusetts, USA
Biography
Maila Elizabeth Syrjäniemi (December 11, 1922 – January 10, 2008), known professionally as Maila Nurmi, was an American actress best known for creating the camp 1950s character Vampira. She was of Finnish descent.
Known For
Plan 9 from Outer Space
The Magic Sword
Romance on the High Seas
Way of Tomorrow: The Evolution of Science Fiction Movies
Sex Kittens Go to College
Schlock! The Secret History of American Movies
I Woke Up Early the Day I Died
The Big Operator
The Many Faces of Dracula
Flying Saucers Over Hollywood: The 'Plan 9' Companion
Top Movie Credits
Plan 9 from Outer Space
Vampire Girl
The Magic Sword
The Hag / Sorceress
Romance on the High Seas
Ship Passenger (uncredited)
Way of Tomorrow: The Evolution of Science Fiction Movies
Self - (archive footage)
Sex Kittens Go to College
Etta Toodie
I Woke Up Early the Day I Died
Woman in Hotel Lobby
The Big Operator
Gina
The Many Faces of Dracula
Vampire Girl (archive footage)