Finland, France | 2023 | Veljko Vidak

In 2021, the renowned Finnish director Aki Kaurismäki and the inhabitants of Karkkila, a small Finnish town that the director part-time resides in, come together for the creation of their first cinema, Kino Laika. Vidak’s documentary captures the transformative power of community and the profound impact that cultural projects can have on local culture and social life. This film about the beauty of shared dreams will delight Kaurismäki fans as well as cinephiles of all kinds. Director Veljko Vidak will present and answer audience questions after the screening. Cleveland premiere. Subtitles. 81 min.

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The U.S. tour of filmmaker Veljko Vidak is supported by Villa Albertine, the French Institute for Culture and Education in the United States.