Shadows in Paradise (1986)
10/17/1986 (FI) • 1h 14m
Overview
Nikander, a rubbish collector and would-be entrepreneur, finds his plans for success dashed when his business associate dies. One evening, he meets Ilona, a down-on-her-luck cashier, in a local supermarket. Falteringly, a bond begins to develop between them.
Top Billed Cast
Nikander
Ilona
Melartin
Nikander's Co-Worker
Ilona's Friend
Store Manager
Third Man
Police Officer
Nikander's Sister
Part of the Aki Kaurismäki's Proletariat Trilogy
Includes Shadows in Paradise, The Match Factory Girl, Ariel
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