Cinema Laika
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Overview
In a small village in Finland, which has relied solely on metallurgical activities for the past two centuries, the poet and writer Mika Lätti, and his friend, director Aki Kaurismäki, are constructing their own cinema theater within an old foundry.
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Review
One of the residents of the small village of Karkkila, Finland, is none other than Aki Kaurismaki, a renowned filmmaker who has produced a number of masterpieces and won the Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival. However, the true protagonists of this documentary are the villagers—who are also Kaurimaski’s friends. (Jim Jarmusch also makes an appearance.) With the help of the famous director, the villagers plan to open a film theater in the middle of a beautiful forest. Starting from small anecdotes and the individuals forming the community, this film observes the life of the village and shows how, as the residents themselves build the theater, the space transforms into a beloved community hub. (Sung MOON)
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Credit
- DirectorVeljko VIDAK
- ProducerEmmanuelle FELCE, Veljko VIDAK
- ScreenplayVeljko VIDAK, Emmanuelle FELCE
- CinematographyVeljko VIDAK
- EditorVeljko VIDAK, Emmanuelle FELCE
- SoundOlivier DÔ HUU
- CastAki KAURISMÄKI, Jim JARMUSCH, Simon AL-BAZOON, Nuppu KOIVU, MAUSTETYTÖT, Veljko VIDAK
Film Source
The Match Factory⎜valentina.bronzini@matchfactory.de
Director
Veljko VIDAK
Veljko Vidak is a Croatian filmmaker and artist. Cinéma Laika is his first documentary feature.
