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Drifting Clouds
🎬 Movie

Drifting Clouds

1996 · 97 min Comedy Drama
⭐ 7.6 / 10 · TMDB

The ever-poker-faced Ilona loses her job as a restaurant hostess, as her tram driver husband, Lauri, also finds himself out of work. Together they must hit the streets of Helsinki, facing up to hardship and humiliation in their quest for survival, guided through the gloom by a ray of hope.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film operates in a light register — but not superficially. Behind each joke is an observation about people, not just a desire to amuse.

Goes down easy, leaves a good aftertaste. Not every joke lands equally — but the overall tone holds.

For those who just want to relax. Asks nothing — just time and a willingness to smile.

Director: Aki Kaurismäki

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Weekend afternoon, the couch, something to snack on. Turn off your brain and enjoy.

🎭 Cast

Kati Outinen

Kati Outinen

Ilona

Kari Väänänen

Kari Väänänen

Lauri

Elina Salo

Elina Salo

Mrs. Sjöholm

Sakari Kuosmanen

Sakari Kuosmanen

Melartin

Markku Peltola

Markku Peltola

Lajunen

Matti Onnismaa

Matti Onnismaa

Forsström

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Shelley Fisher

Pianist

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Markus Allan

Orchestra Member

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Pauli Granfelt

Orchestra Member

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Kari Lindqvist

Orchestra Member

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