The Man Without a Past (2002)

Posted on May 22, 2007 by Mr. Nau
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May 22, 2007 by Mr. Nau

This Oscar-nominated Finnish film shows the story of an amnesia-afflicted man living in a homeless encampment in Helsinki. The pacing of the story is quite slow, the atmosphere quiet and reflective, and the dialog minimal yet humorous. Solid acting performances make this an enjoyable excursion into something different.

Grade: B-.

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