FALLEN LEAVES tells the story of two lonely people (Alma Pöysti and Jussi Vatanen) who meet each other by chance in the Helsinki night and try to find the first, only, and ultimate love of their lives.

“A quirky tale of star-crossed lovers, ‘Fallen Leaves’ is a life-affirming gem from Finnish filmmaker Aki Kaurismäki.” (Rotten Tomatoes)

“Aki Kaurismäki works magic with understatement, especially in Fallen Leaves, possibly his greatest film.” (TIME Magazine)

“This is a crisp autumn breeze of a movie, refreshing and invigorating even when it seems like things are falling apart.” (Globe and Mail)

“‘Fallen Leaves’ is thoroughly entertaining, completely unpredictable and one of the best films I’ve seen this year.” (Leonard Maltin)

Thursday, January 25
Doors 5:50 pm | Movie 6:20 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.
Advance tickets HERE

FALLEN LEAVES (Aki Kaurismäki, 2023 / 81 mins / 14A / Finnish with English subtitles) 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.

*Minors OK. Must be 19+ w/ID for bar service.
*Rio Theatre Groupons and Rio Theatre passes are OK for any single film screening only. Please redeem at the box office.
*Online sales end an hour before showtime; unless otherwise noted, tickets are always available for purchase at the box office prior to showtime.  Our box office is typically open 30 minutes before showtime. All seating is General Admission; please arrive 20-30 minutes prior to showtime to ensure great seats and time for treats.
*If you are looking to redeem either a Rio Theatre gift certificate or Groupon to any regular Rio Theatre screening: You can either email us in advance <[email protected]> and give us a “heads up,” or do it at the box office prior to showtime. (We seat 400+ people and our regular screenings are very rarely at capacity – you should not have issues being admitted.)
*All Rio Theatre tickets are final sale.