The Happiest Day in the Life of Olli Mäki

"The Happiest Day in the Life of Olli Mäki" is a captivating Finnish biographical drama that delves into the true story of Olli Mäki, a boxer with a shot at the 1962 World Featherweight title. Set against the backdrop of Finland's countryside and the bustling city of Helsinki, the film beautifully captures Olli's internal struggle between the pressures of fame and his burgeoning love for Raija. Shot in luminous black-and-white, the film offers a nostalgic and intimate portrayal of a man torn between personal happiness and professional ambition. Directed by Juho Kuosmanen, this debut feature won the Un Certain Regard prize at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival and was Finland's entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 89th Academy Awards.