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Shadows in Paradise

NR19861h 14mAki Kaurismäki
IMDb 7.4

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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.

DramaRomance
Helsinki, FinlandSalesclerkGarbage

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What is Shadows in Paradise (1986) 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 supermarket. Falteringly, a bond begins to develop between them.

Who stars in Shadows in Paradise?

Shadows in Paradise stars Matti Pellonpää (Nikander), Kati Outinen (Ilona), Sakari Kuosmanen (Melartin), Esko Nikkari (Nikander's Co-Worker), Kylli Köngäs (Ilona's Friend). The film was directed by Aki Kaurismäki.

How long is Shadows in Paradise?

Shadows in Paradise has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1986. It is rated NR.

Is Shadows in Paradise worth watching?

Shadows in Paradise holds an IMDb rating of 7.4/10. Fans of Drama, Romance are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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