The Ecumenical Jury Cannes 2002, from left: Ezio Alberione, Julia Helmke, Bruce Girard, Anca Berlogea, Michèle Debidour, Revaz Nicoladze (photo: © Daniel Beguin)
This film reflects a modern doubt about the existence of God. The main character, who opposes all compromise, provides an example of a search for identity and truth.
Rich in humanity, this film is about overcoming the need of revenge. While learning a skill and learning about human relationships, a future is made possible. The intensity of the film fully captures and maintains the viewer´s attention.
This film, full of tenderness and humour, is a parabole about the rebirth of a person and the birth of a community. Thrown into a situation of extreme poverty, a man without a past finds solidarity and builds a life of dignity. Through the art of Aki Kaurismäki, we experience a moment of grace.