Lights in the Dusk movie poster

Lights in the Dusk

February 3, 2006 1h 18m 6.7/10 (155 votes)

Originally released in 2006. Lights in the Dusk is a drama/comedy film. directed by Aki Kaurismäki. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Janne Hyytiäinen, Maria Järvenhelmi, and Maria Heiskanen

Synopsis

Outcast by his co-workers and living alone, Koistinen is a security guard who works the night shift in a luxury shopping mall in Helsinki. But when icy blonde Mirja approaches him, the lonely Koistinen falls helplessly for her, unaware she is manipulating him for her criminal boyfriend.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 3, 2006 19 years ago
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Runtime 1h 18m 78 minutes total
User Rating 6.7/10 Good (155 votes)
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Budget $1.4M Production budget
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Box Office $1.6M 1.2x return
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Language FI Original language
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Country Finland + 4 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FI
Budget
$1,380,000
Revenue
$1,615,018

Production Companies

  • Sputnik
  • YLE
  • Pandora Film
  • Pyramide Productions
  • BiM Distribuzione
  • C More Entertainment
  • ARTE France Cinéma
  • ZDF
  • ARTE

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lights in the Dusk about?

Outcast by his co-workers and living alone, Koistinen is a security guard who works the night shift in a luxury shopping mall in Helsinki. But when icy blonde Mirja approaches him, the lonely Koist...

Who directed Lights in the Dusk?

Lights in the Dusk was directed by Aki Kaurismäki.

How long is Lights in the Dusk?

Lights in the Dusk has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).

When was Lights in the Dusk released?

Lights in the Dusk was released on February 3, 2006 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Lights in the Dusk?

The main cast of Lights in the Dusk includes Janne Hyytiäinen, Maria Järvenhelmi, Maria Heiskanen, Ilkka Koivula, Sergei Doudko.

Is Lights in the Dusk worth watching?

Lights in the Dusk has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 155 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.