Synopsis

Nelli is on her way to medical school, even though she daydreams about a career as a singer. Sune is a talented hip-hop DJ who’s afraid of women. To prove to his friends otherwise, he makes a bet that he can get Nelli in bed. His friends don’t believe a looker like her would even spit Sune’s way. However, Nelli sees an opportunity to make a free demo tape for an audition with the record companies. Unexpectedly, as they use each other, they fall for each other.

Director

Dome Karukoski

28-year-old Dome Karukoski was born in Cyprus and raised in the United States and Sweden. Beauty and the Bastard is his graduation project from the University of Art and Design Helsinki and also marks his feature film debut. He has directed several short films, music videos, and over 100 TV commercials.