Fallen Leaves
Kuolleet lehdet
Synopsis
In modern-day Helsinki, two lonely souls in search of love meet by chance in a karaoke bar. However, their path to happiness is beset by obstacles – from lost phone numbers to mistaken addresses, alcoholism, and a charming stray dog.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official Trailer #2 [Subtitled]Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-01-19
Top Cast
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Alma Pöysti
Ansa
Jussi Vatanen
Holappa
Janne Hyytiäinen
Huotari
Nuppu Koivu
Liisa
Mia Snellman
Ansa's Colleague
Mikko Mykkänen
Shop Security Guard
Sherwan Haji
Parakin Resident
Karar Al-Bazoon
Parakin Resident
Toni Buckman
Karaoke Singer ("Get On")
Mika Nikander
Karaoke Singer ("Serenade")
Evi Salmelin
Karaoke Hostess
Aapo Penttilä
Dumpster Diver
Antti Määttänen
Staff Manager
Matti Onnismaa
Manager of the Metal Workshop
Simon Al-Bazoon
Internet Cafe Owner
Martti Suosalo
Raunio
Mitja Tuurala
Twilight Man 1
Sami Muttilainen
Twilight Man 2
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 63 DaysMar del Plata International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 17, 2023
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 19, 2024
VOD & Digital Platforms
May 15, 2024
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$1.5M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$12.4M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
8.38x
+$10.9M net gain
Theatrical Status
Mega Hit
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Aki Kaurismäki
- Screenplay & Story
- Aki Kaurismäki
- Original Title
- Kuolleet lehdet
- Country of Origin
- Finland, Germany
- Spoken Languages
- Finnish, Arabic
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Production Budget
- $1.5M
- Worldwide Gross
- $12.4M
- Production Studios
- Sputnik, Bufo, Pandora Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Aki Kaurismäki
Aki Kaurismäki
Timo Salminen
Samu Heikkilä
Aki Kaurismäki
Department Leadership Roster
Ville Grönroos
Production Design
Aki Kaurismäki
Director
Aki Kaurismäki
Writer
Timo Salminen
Director of Photography
Tiina Kaukanen
Costume Design
Aki Kaurismäki
Producer
Samu Heikkilä
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Threat • Injury
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fallen Leaves
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Fallen Leaves about?
In modern-day Helsinki, two lonely souls in search of love meet by chance in a karaoke bar. However, their path to happiness is beset by obstacles – from lost phone numbers to mistaken addresses, alcoholism, and a charming stray dog.
Who directed Fallen Leaves?
Fallen Leaves was directed by Aki Kaurismäki.
Who stars in Fallen Leaves?
The principal cast of Fallen Leaves includes Alma Pöysti, Jussi Vatanen, Janne Hyytiäinen, Nuppu Koivu, Mia Snellman.
When was Fallen Leaves released and how long is it?
Fallen Leaves was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.
What was the box office and production budget of Fallen Leaves?
Fallen Leaves had a reported production budget of $1.5M and grossed $12.4M at the worldwide box office (8.38 return on budget, classified as a blockbuster success).
What is the age rating and content advisory for Fallen Leaves?
Fallen Leaves holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: TP; GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).