Mato Valtonen

Drifting Clouds — The ever-poker-faced Ilona loses her job as a restaurant hostess, as her tram driver husband, Lauri, also finds himself

Shadows in Paradise — Nikander, a rubbish collector and would-be entrepreneur, finds his plans for success dashed when his business associate

Jope – Just Think for Yourself — An overweight boy who was a bullied at school grew up to become a beloved comedian, folk artist Jope Ruonansuu. He was a

Leningrad Cowboys Go America — The Leningrad Cowboys, a group of Siberian musicians, and their manager, travel to America seeking fame and fortune. As

Calamari Union — A group of men all called Frank—except for one named Pekka—have had enough of life in their working-class neighborhood,