Master filmmaker aki kaurismäki le havre, the other side of hope returns with his latest deadpan gem fallen leaves, a luminous ode to romance and moviegoing.in modern day helsinki, two lonely souls in search of love meet by chance in a local karaoke bar. However, the pair’s path to happiness is beset by numerous obstacles – from lost numbers to mistaken addresses, alcoholism, and a charming stray dog.finland’s best international feature film entry to the 96th academy awards. Winner of the 2023 cannes film festival jury prize.