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Katri’s husband has died in the Finnish Winter War. When the Continuation War begins, Katri volunteers to work in a military hospital in Helsinki. She is courted by a patient, a poetry-reciting countryman about to be discharged from service. At the same time, she dates her old school friend Eero, who even goes AWOL to be near her. As the war continues, Katri must make difficult decisions about her life.
Merja Väisänen was awarded the Jussi Award for Best Costume Design.
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A Finnish-Norwegian love story with an unexpected shape and development. Shot in Oslo, Helsinki, Istanbul and Berlin. The film focuses on showing the actual moments that lead to getting to know one another, building a relationship and to breaking up. The film takes part in Kaisa’s attempt of getting involved with two different men that look almost exactly the same, questioning where the thin line is between someone potentially being the love of your life or not. Shooting the film with the approach of a workshop and closely involving the actors allows the film to take shape as a unique, unpredictable cinematic expression touching the basis and complexity of human behavior.
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A thirty-something commitment-phobe, Lia (Elina Reinikka), runs into a man (Juha Lagström) on the street who starts reminiscing about moments they shared ten years ago. However, Lia cannot recall the events, and the man refuses to reveal what happened back then. He invites Lia to dinner, during which she must, under the guise of a playful game, piece together their shared past. Lia confesses to her sister (Hanna Manu) that ten years ago, she experienced “love at first sight” with a pianist she met at her favorite hangout. However, her then-boyfriend ruined the moment, and the pianist disappeared. Lia admits that she has been waiting for that man ever since.
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What if a random text message led you to the love of your life? Mira Ray is grieving the tragic loss of her fiancé and, to ease her pain, sends romantic messages to his old phone number, unaware that the number has been reassigned as Rob Burns’ new work number. Rob, a journalist, is captivated by the honesty of these heartfelt texts. When tasked with writing a profile on Céline Dion, Rob enlists the megastar’s help to figure out how to meet Mira… and win her heart.
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Elizabeth travels to her childhood hometown to purchase the town’s aging ski resort on behalf of her future father-in-law. To her dismay, the resort’s owner, Randy, turns out to be her old classmate, who flat-out refuses to sell. Reluctantly and against her plans, Elizabeth ends up staying in town for Christmas, reuniting with her family. Her sister Lynn is determined to win the town’s annual ski race, the “Christmas Classic,” for the tenth time, but this year, Elizabeth is set on beating her sister. As the charm of her old hometown—and especially her former classmate Randy—begins to win her over, Elizabeth finds herself at a crossroads: back home awaits her wealthy but controlling fiancé, but could this be her chance for something real, for true love?
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Awarded with four Oscars, the film tells the story of Nobel Prize-winning economist John Nash, who suffers from schizophrenia. The brilliant mathematician stood out from his peers during his studies and began to develop his groundbreaking game theory. After graduating, Nash starts teaching at a technical university, but gradually, mental health issues and severe paranoia begin to take control of him.
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Samson and Delilah (original title in Finnish Simson ja Delila) is a historical adventure film released in 1949, directed by Cecil B. DeMille. The film is based on the Old Testament story of Samson, a Jewish warrior, and Delilah, the woman who betrayed him to the Philistines.
The story of the film revolves around Samson, who possesses supernatural strength, with his long hair being the source of his power. Samson battles the enemies of Israel, the Philistines. Delilah, who serves the Philistines, seduces Samson and makes him reveal the secret of his strength. When Delilah cuts Samson’s hair, he loses his strength and is captured. In the end, Samson prays to God to restore his strength, and he succeeds in destroying the Philistine temple at the moment of his own death.
In the film, Samson is portrayed by Victor Mature and Delilah by Hedy Lamarr. Samson and Delilah was a major success in its time and won two Academy Awards for Best Art Direction and Best Costume Design. The film is especially known for its epic scenes, colorful costumes, and impressive sets, which were typical of Cecil B. DeMille’s grand cinematic style.
The film is a classic example of the “biblical epic” genre that was popular in Hollywood during the 1940s and 1950s.
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Juha (Sakari Kuosmanen) and Marja (Kati Outinen) live together happily and innocently like children until a serpent sneaks into their paradise in the form of Shemeikka (André Wilms). Juha is based on the famous novel by Juhani Aho. It is also the last silent film of the 20th century. The music for the film was composed by Anssi Tikanmäki.
Director:
Aki Kaurismäki
Starring:
Sakari Kuosmanen
Kati Outinen
André Wilms
Markku Peltola
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Aki Kaurismäki’s adaptation of Henri Murger’s novel Scènes de la vie de bohème, filmed in France and in French, tells the story of three artists – Albanian painter Rodolfo (Matti Pellonpää), writer Marcel Marx (André Wilms), and composer Schaunard (Kari Väänänen) – and their struggles and friendship amidst the complexities of the bohemian artist’s life and poverty. Rodolfo falls in love with Mimi (Evelyne Didi), but is later deported when his residence permit expires. Later, Rodolfo returns illegally and reunites with Mimi, but the often harsh realities of bohemian life continue to challenge their romance. Mimi falls gravely ill, and the three artists do everything they can to raise the money needed for her care. During a visit to Mimi in the hospital, she asks Rodolfo to go outside and pick some flowers. When Rodolfo returns to the room, Mimi has already passed away. Rodolfo informs his waiting friends outside that he wants to be alone and walks away.
Director:
Aki Kaurismäki
Starring:
Matti Pellonpää
André Wilms
Kari Väänänen
The film won the 2007 Jussi Award for Best Direction.
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Tomi Laakso is a 35-year-old man living a happy family life with his wife Maria and their two young children. Despite being married for a long time, Tomi and Maria’s relationship remains tender and passionate. One day, Tomi accidentally meets another woman, Janita. Tomi becomes infatuated with Janita and finds himself thinking about her repeatedly. Janita becomes an obsession for Tomi. He decides to be honest in his life and tells his wife about Janita. To Tomi’s surprise, Maria wants to meet Janita. Maria wants to understand what is going on. When Maria sees how much in love Tomi is with Janita, she flees from home. Shocked by the loss of his wife, Tomi tries to end his relationship with Janita. During her escape, Maria reflects on her life: she realizes she loves Tomi and wants to be with him.
A story about love and the boundaries of love.
Director:
Peter Lindholm
Starring:
Kari-Pekka Toivonen
Liisa Kuoppamäki
Matleena Kuusniemi
Elias Eronen
Taneli Mäkelä
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