Laina-aika

About This Movie

Laina-aika, from 2000, dives into the multifaceted life of Noora Lehtinen, a model and cashier. The film's pacing feels contemplative, allowing the viewer to really soak in the quiet moments between Noora's unexpected adventures and the incidents that punctuate her routine. The atmosphere is a bit melancholic, yet there’s a subtle humor woven through the narrative, giving it depth. It’s interesting how the film contrasts the glamorous facade of modeling with the everyday struggles of working in a store. Performances are solid, with Noora being portrayed in a way that feels very relatable. Practical effects are minimal, but there’s a rawness to the cinematography that adds to this almost dreamlike quality. It’s a unique slice-of-life take on aspirations and reality.

Explores themes of aspiration vs. realityInteresting character study of a model's lifeAtmospheric and relatable storytelling