Meiltähän tämä käy

This Finnish comedy satirizes the Finnish obsession with modernism and consumerism in the 1970s. The story follows a middle-class family as they attempt to acquire and maintain the latest conveniences and lifestyle trends, often leading to absurd and humorous situations. Their pursuit of the 'ideal' modern life highlights the superficiality and pressures of societal expectations.

While a product of its time, 'Meiltähän tämä käy' is remembered as a sharp satire that poked fun at Finnish society's embrace of Western consumer culture. It resonated with audiences for its relatable portrayal of everyday struggles and aspirations within a rapidly changing social landscape.

• Praised for its biting social commentary and humor.

• Seen as an accurate depiction of Finnish society's embrace of consumerism.

• Recognized for its strong performances, particularly from Simo Salminen.

Google audience: Audience reception in Finland generally views the film as a humorous yet insightful look at the consumer culture and societal pressures of the era, with many appreciating its nostalgic value and satirical edge.

The film's title, 'Meiltähän tämä käy,' loosely translates to 'This will work for us,' a phrase that became somewhat idiomatic in Finland, often used with a touch of irony to describe attempts at modernization or adopting new trends.