March Around the World – 2024 Film Challenge
Featured Country: Finland
After seeing Fallen Leaves, I’m a bit surprised at all the attention it was getting as Finland’s entry for Best International Film at this year’s Oscars. I agree with the Academy’s decision not to include it in the final five nominations. So far, The Other Side of Hope is my favorite Kaurismäki film.
In the background of a typical romantic comedy of errors, Kaurismäki appears to be making social…