In this poignant film directed by Aki Kaurismäki, the narrative follows the intersecting lives of a Syrian refugee and a Finnish salesman who decides to change his life by opening a restaurant. The story unfolds with a blend of deadpan humor and humanistic warmth, characteristic of Kaurismäki’s style. The film was well-received and won the Silver Bear for Best Director at the Berlin International Film Festival. Notable performances by Sherwan Haji and Sakari Kuosmanen add depth to this exploration of hope and humanity. For those interested, the movie can be viewed on 123Movies / Movies123 for free.