Diagonaalissa
Diagonaalissa is a Finnish film released in 1984, directed by Matti Ijäs. The film is a drama that explores the lives of individuals struggling with their circumstances and societal pressures. It is set in the semi-fictional town of Ruukki, which serves as a microcosm of Finnish society at the time. The narrative often focuses on themes of alienation, unfulfilled desires, and the search for meaning in everyday life.
The plot follows several characters whose lives intersect in various ways. Among them is a factory worker,
Ijäs's direction is characterized by its understated approach, allowing the characters and their situations to speak