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April 25, 2003

Shocking start gives way to gentle humor

By MATT WOLF
Associated Press Writer

"The Man Without A Past" has such a violent, shocking start that some may be surprised at the quieter shock the film ultimately delivers: It emerges as an unforced fable of a uniquely stirring sort.

That's hardly what you would expect from the first 10 minutes or so of Finnish writer-director Aki Kaurismaki's film, which is opening in the United States following sensational reviews in Europe and a slew of prizes at last year's Cannes Festival, including best actress for co-star Kati Outinen and the Grand Prix award. (At last month's Oscars, it was the first-ever Finnish nominee for best foreign-language film.)

The Man Without A Past

Director: Aki Kaurismaki

Cast: Markku Peltola, Kati Outinen, Jahani Niemela

Rating: PG-13, for some violence

Running time: 97 minutes


 
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