Shadows in Paradise
Originally released in 1986. Shadows in Paradise is a comedy/drama film. directed by Aki Kaurismäki. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Matti Pellonpää, Kati Outinen, and Sakari Kuosmanen
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 17, 1986
39 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (427 votes)
Language
FI
Original language
Country
Finland
Production
Director
Top Cast
Matti Pellonpää
as Nikander
Kati Outinen
as Ilona
Sakari Kuosmanen
as Melartin
Esko Nikkari
as Nikander's Co-Worker
Kylli Köngäs
as Ilona's Friend
Pekka Laiho
as Store Manager
Jukka-Pekka Palo
as Third Man
Svante Korkiakoski
as Police Officer
Mari Rantasila
as Nikander's Sister
Safka Pekkonen
as Pianist
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FI
Production Companies
- Villealfa Filmproductions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shadows in Paradise about?
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 sup...
Who directed Shadows in Paradise?
Shadows in Paradise was directed by Aki Kaurismäki.
How long is Shadows in Paradise?
Shadows in Paradise has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was Shadows in Paradise released?
Shadows in Paradise was released on October 17, 1986 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Shadows in Paradise?
The main cast of Shadows in Paradise includes Matti Pellonpää, Kati Outinen, Sakari Kuosmanen, Esko Nikkari, Kylli Köngäs.
Is Shadows in Paradise worth watching?
Shadows in Paradise has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 427 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.