The Match Factory Girl (1990): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

Name: The Match Factory Girl
Genre: Drama
Released: 1990
Duration: 69 min
Cast: Kati Outinen, Elina Salo, Esko Nikkari, Vesa Vierikko, Reijo Taipale

What The Match Factory Girl Is About

The life of a woman who works in a match factory, keeps house for her mother and stepfather, and barely speaks. Aki Kaurismaki finishes in under seventy minutes and spends most of them saying nothing aloud, so every piece of information arrives through behaviour: who sits where, whose plate is set down in front of whom. Kati Outinen's face is the only narrator. There is no scene of revolt, only a quiet and extremely practical decision, and the film neither applauds nor condemns it. It is usually named as the harshest entry in his working class trilogy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Match Factory Girl about?

The life of a woman who works in a match factory, keeps house for her mother and stepfather, and barely speaks. Aki Kaurismaki finishes in under seventy minutes and spends most of them saying nothing aloud, so every piece of information arrives through behaviour: who sits where, whose plate is set down in front of whom.

Where can I watch The Match Factory Girl?

The Match Factory Girl is available to watch on digital platforms such as Criterion Channel. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is The Match Factory Girl?

The Match Factory Girl runs for 69 minutes (1h 9m).

When did The Match Factory Girl come out?

The Match Factory Girl was released in 1990.

Who directed The Match Factory Girl?

The Match Factory Girl was directed by Aki Kaurismäki.

Who stars in The Match Factory Girl?

The Match Factory Girl stars Kati Outinen, Elina Salo, Esko Nikkari, Vesa Vierikko.

What is The Match Factory Girl's rating?

The Match Factory Girl holds 7.5/10 on IMDb and 7.4/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 77 out of 100.