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Short comedy drama

Tavern Man (2012): Cast

Tavern Man (2012) movie poster

Tavern Man is a 2012 short comedy drama directed by Aki Kaurismäki, starring Ilkka Koivula as Tavern Man. It runs 15 minutes.

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Tavern Man (2012) movie poster
Released
Runtime
15 min
Director
Aki Kaurismäki
Genres
Drama , Comedy
Studio
Sputnik
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Tavern Man About?

The premise of Tavern Man without spoilers.

This film portrays a day in the life of a solitary man working at a struggling tavern in the historic heart of Guimarães, Portugal. He dedicates his days to creating new dishes and experimenting with the tavern's menu. As evening approaches, he anticipates a special encounter, offering a glimpse into his quiet existence and hopeful anticipation.

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Cast & crew

Tavern Man Cast & Characters

Ilkka Koivula plays Tavern Man in Tavern Man. Directed by Aki Kaurismäki.

From the director

More from Aki Kaurismäki

More films directed by Aki Kaurismäki, best-rated first: Fallen Leaves, The Man Without a Past, The Other Side of Hope and Le Havre.

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FAQ

Tavern Man FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Tavern Man, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Tavern Man?

Tavern Man runs 15 minutes.

When was Tavern Man released?

Tavern Man was released on November 9, 2012.

Who directed Tavern Man?

Tavern Man was directed by Aki Kaurismäki.

More films by Aki Kaurismäki

Who is in the cast of Tavern Man?

Tavern Man stars Ilkka Koivula as Tavern Man.

Does Tavern Man have a post-credit scene?

No. Tavern Man has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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