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The Match Factory Girl

NR19901h 9mAki Kaurismäki

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Iris is a shy and dowdy young woman stuck in a dead-end job at a match factory, who dreams of finding love at the local dancehall. Finding herself pregnant after a one-night stand and abandoned by the father, Iris finally decides the time has come to get even and she begins to plot her revenge.

Drama
Helsinki, FinlandFactory WorkerMatchIsolationParent Child RelationshipPoisonMonotonyMurderLoneliness

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What is The Match Factory Girl (1990) about?

Iris is a shy and dowdy young woman stuck in a dead-end job at a match factory, who dreams of finding love at the local dancehall. Finding herself pregnant after a one-night stand and abandoned by the father, Iris finally decides the time has come to get even and she begins to plot her revenge.

Who stars in The Match Factory Girl?

The Match Factory Girl stars Kati Outinen (Iris Rukka), Elina Salo (Mother), Esko Nikkari (Stepfather), Vesa Vierikko (Aarne), Reijo Taipale (Singer). The film was directed by Aki Kaurismäki.

How long is The Match Factory Girl?

The Match Factory Girl has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1990. It is rated NR.

Where can I watch The Match Factory Girl?

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