description Ariel Overview
Ariel is a 1980s Finnish drama film centered on Taisto Kasurinen, a miner whose life dramatically changes after the closure of his mine. The movie portrays his struggles adapting to city living in Helsinki and finding new employment. It offers a poignant look at displacement and the difficulties faced during personal transitions for individuals impacted by industrial decline. Ariel is relevant for those interested in Finnish cinema, social realism, or stories concerning economic hardship and community disruption.
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info Ariel Specifications
| Country | Finland |
| Year | 1988 |
help Ariel FAQ
Who is Taisto Kasurinen in Ariel?
Taisto Kasurinen is a Finnish miner played by Turo Pajala. After his mine closes in Lapland, he drives south toward Helsinki and gets pulled into unemployment, petty crime, prison, and an escape plan.
Where does Ariel fit in Aki Kaurismaki's Proletariat Trilogy?
Ariel is the second film in Kaurismaki's Proletariat Trilogy. It sits between Shadows in Paradise from 1986 and The Match Factory Girl from 1990.
Why is the film called Ariel?
The title refers to the ship that appears at the end of the film. Taisto, Irmeli, and her son board the vessel named Ariel as they try to leave Finland for Mexico.
How long is Ariel compared with many other crime dramas?
Ariel is very compact, running about 72 minutes. That short runtime matches Kaurismaki's stripped-down style, with deadpan scenes rather than elaborate plot explanation.
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