Concrete Night
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Concrete Night
(2013)

Director:

Pirjo Honkasalo

Stars:

Johannes Brotherus, Jari Virman, Anneli Karppinen
A fourteen-year-old boy in a stifling Helsinki slum takes some unwise life lessons from his soon-to-be-incarcerated older brother.

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In the gritty drama Concrete Night (2013), we follow a 14-year-old boy living in a rundown neighborhood in Helsinki. As his older brother faces imprisonment, the boy is left to navigate the harsh realities of life on his own. Encountering a series of questionable characters and situations, he begins to question his own morality and choices. Throughout the film, the haunting atmosphere and stunning cinematography capture the bleakness of the boy's surroundings, emphasizing the sense of isolation and desperation he feels. As he grapples with the influence of his troubled brother and the allure of a darker path, the boy is forced to confront his own beliefs and values. Concrete Night offers a raw and thought-provoking glimpse into the complexities of adolescence and the search for identity in a harsh environment. With powerful performances and a haunting soundtrack, this film delves deep into the darker corners of the human experience.

Also Known As:

Concrete Night

Release Date:

01 Nov 2013

Writers:

Pirjo Honkasalo, Pirkko Saisio

Awards:

8 wins & 9 nominations

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