Kikka!
2022
***
Director: Anna Paavilainen
Cast: Sara Melleri, Elena Leeve, Kai Vaine, Jakob Öhrman, Aku Hirviniemi, Martti Suosalo, Samuli Niittymäki, Tuomo Prättälä, Sanna-Kaisa Palo, Rea Mauranen, Ville Tiihonen
This biographical drama chronicles the rise and fall of Finnish pop icon Kikka (1964-2005), who became famous for her erotically charged songs and performances. However, behind the bubbly exterior, she is portrayed as a desparately lonely and insecure woman who gradually succumbs to alcoholism. Sara Melleri gives a strong performance in the lead, but the film itself is unfortunately just another biopic about a Finnish artist who died prematurely.
