Soapdealer's Sunday

The documentary tells the story of the Kurppa family, who are trying to navigate their lives in a pastel-toned Finnish suburb. Kari Kurppa dreams of financial success through selling soap and vitamins, while his wife, Pirjo, is pregnant with their fourth child and has ambitions of becoming a model. Their three children, Jani, Jonna, and Sonja, add to the lively chaos of their cluttered home.

With limited work opportunities, the family spends most of their time indoors, creating a sense of endlessness in their daily routines. The film captures the raw and honest moments of family life, highlighting both the struggles and dreams of its members. For collectors of documentary films, this offers a unique perspective on everyday life in Finland during the late 1990s.