“Fallen Leaves,” a 2023 romantic comedy-drama directed by Aki Kaurismäki, tells the story of two lonely individuals in modern-day Helsinki. Ansa (Alma Pöysti) and Holappa (Jussi Vatanen) meet by chance in a karaoke bar and begin a tentative journey toward love. However, their path is fraught with obstacles, including lost phone numbers, mistaken addresses, Holappa’s struggle with alcoholism, and even a charming stray dog. Despite these challenges, the film explores their deepening connection with Kaurismäki’s signature blend of humor and melancholy, highlighting themes of love, loneliness, and the human condition in a world that often feels disconnected.
Fallen Leaves
