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Release Year2005
Runtime1h 42m
LanguageFinnish
CertificationNR
GenresMusic, Romance, Drama
Votes43
DirectorDome Karukoski
WritersPekko Pesonen
TypeFeature Film
Rating6.2 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsBeauty and the Bastard
About Beauty and the Bastard
Even though Nelli's parents have the perfect career and man planned for her, she dreams of becoming a singer. In a studio, she meets a young hip hop artist Sune and asks him to help her make a demo tape.
Directed by Dome Karukoski, Beauty and the Bastard leans on a strong ensemble — Pamela Tola, Samuli Vauramo, Joonas Saartamo — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about music titles of 2005.
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