description Le Havre Overview
Le Havre tells the story of a solitary shoeshiner in post-industrial Le Havre who takes in an orphaned boy seeking refuge from the dangers of the port city. Directed by Aki Kaurismäki, the film offers a quiet, humanist drama rooted in social realism. It explores themes of immigration and compassion within a starkly observed urban environment. The movie is relevant for viewers interested in independent cinema, character-driven narratives, and portrayals of marginalized communities.
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info Le Havre Specifications
| Country | Germany |
| Year | 2011 |
help Le Havre FAQ
What is Aki Kaurismäki's Le Havre about?
Le Havre follows Marcel Marx, a shoeshiner in the French port city of Le Havre, who helps a young African migrant named Idrissa. The story turns a refugee crisis into a quiet, deadpan humanist drama.
What year was Le Havre released?
Le Havre was released in 2011. It premiered in competition at the Cannes Film Festival that year.
Who stars in Le Havre?
André Wilms plays Marcel Marx, and Kati Outinen plays his wife Arletty. Both actors are closely associated with Aki Kaurismäki's spare, deadpan style.
Is Le Havre part of a series?
It is often discussed as part of Kaurismäki's later migrant-focused work, especially alongside The Other Side of Hope from 2017. Le Havre itself tells a standalone story.
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