Lyrics and Lace (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1992, Lyrics and Lace is a comedy and drama film directed by Matti Ijäs, running about 85 minutes. “A comedy of sexual peccadilloes” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Like it or not, almost anyone who has met a really serious poet finds that they have something about them which sets them apart from other people. It's not just a romantic legend. In wry but basically directionless Finnish movie, Paavo Pentikainen plays one of these ungainly beings, a man whose last published work is decades in the past, who probably hasn't written anything in years, but who still has an uncanny knack for precise observation, "pinning the tail on the donkey" almost every time. In the movie, the poet, accompanied by his young assistant, takes a minor celebrity's swaggering tour of small cultural centers and retirement homes.
Who’s in it. Lyrics and Lace stars Paavo Pentikäinen as Tauno Lintunen, Mikko Reitala as Tomi Rusko, Kristiina Elstelä as Eveliina and Irma Junnilainen as Vackra-Anneli, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Lyrics and Lace has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lyrics and Lace page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lyrics and Lace tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lyrics and Lace (1992)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lyrics and Lace change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lyrics and Lace worth watching?
- Lyrics and Lace holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lyrics and Lace?
- Lyrics and Lace stars Paavo Pentikäinen, Mikko Reitala, Kristiina Elstelä, Irma Junnilainen and Liisa Mustonen.