Paper Star (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1989, Paper Star is a drama film directed by Mika Kaurismäki, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. Anna Kelanen is an ex-model, who just has been released from prison. She thinks back on her life, when she was a rather successful model, and on the things that went wrong.
Who’s in it. Paper Star stars Pirkko Hämäläinen as Anna Kelanen, Soli Labbart as Särkan Ruusu, Hannu Lauri as Ulf Tallgren and Tiina Björkman as Malli, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Paper Star has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Paper Star page.
If you liked it. Fans of Paper Star tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Paper Star (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Paper Star change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Paper Star worth watching?
- Paper Star holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Paper Star?
- Paper Star stars Pirkko Hämäläinen, Soli Labbart, Hannu Lauri, Tiina Björkman and Kari Väänänen.
- When was Paper Star released?
- Paper Star was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.