not rated; 81 minutes; in Finnish, Arabic with subtitles ; Directed by: Aki Kaurismäki
Starring: Alma Pöysti, Jussi Vatanen, Martti Suosalo
Nominated for Best International Feature at the Golden Globes, Fallen Leaves follows two lonely souls in search of love who meet by chance in a local karaoke bar in Helsinki. However, the pair's path to happiness is beset by numerous obstacles -- from lost numbers to mistaken addresses, alcoholism, and a charming stray dog. Fallen Leaves is a quirky and life-affirming tale of star-crossed lovers.