Lasse Hallstrom

Try Hallstrom | If you like the heartfelt narratives of Frank Capra, James L. Brooks, and Cameron Crowe.

Lasse Hallstrom is a versatile Swedish director who has succeeded both in his home country and Hollywood. His career spans over four decades, with notable films including My Life as a Dog, The Cider House Rules, and Chocolat. Hallstrom’s films often explore themes of love, family, and the search for belonging.

Hallstrom’s films are known for their heartfelt storytelling, memorable characters, and beautiful cinematography. His ability to evoke emotion and create relatable characters sets his films apart. Hallstrom’s style is marked by its warmth, humour, and ability to find beauty in the ordinary.

Hallstrom’s influence on cinema is marked by his ability to create films that resonate with worldwide audiences. His films have been recognised for their storytelling and performances, earning multiple Academy Award nominations.

Hallstrom’s Filmography Graded (Grading System Reference)
Shall We Go to My Place or Your Place or Each Go Home Alone?	1973	C
En kille och en tjej	1975	S
ABBA: The Movie	1977	C
Tuppen	1981	S
Happy We	1983	S
My Life as a Dog	1985	E
The Children of Noisy Village	1986	R
More about the Children of Noisy Village	1987	S
Once Around	1991	S
What’s Eating Gilbert Grape	1993	E
Something to Talk About	1995	M
The Cider House Rules	1999	R
Chocolat	2000	R
The Shipping News	2001	S
Casanova	2005	S
An Unfinished Life	2005	C
The Hoax	2007	C
Hachiko: A Dog’s Story	2009	HR
Dear John	2010	M
Hypnotisoren	2012	M
Salmon Fishing in the Yemen	2012	C
Safe Haven	2013	M
The Hundred-Foot Journey	2014	R
A Dog’s Purpose	2017	S
The Nutcracker and the Four Realms	2018	M
Hilma	2022	S

Roy Andersson

Try Andersson | If you appreciate the absurdist films of Luis Buñuel, Yorgos Lanthimos, and Terry Gilliam.

Roy Andersson is a Swedish director known for his distinct cinematic style that blends absurdist humour with profound existential themes. His most notable works include Songs from the Second Floor, You, the Living, and A Pigeon Sat on a Branch Reflecting on Existence. Andersson’s films often explore the absurdity of human existence, presenting a unique and often surreal perspective on life.

Andersson’s films are characterised by static camera shots, minimalist sets, and pale, almost ghostly characters. His unique blend of humour and melancholy sets his films apart and gives them a distinctive tone. Andersson’s style is marked by its originality and ability to provoke thought and emotion equally.

Andersson’s influence on cinema is evident in his ability to create a unique cinematic language that challenges conventional storytelling. His films have been recognised for their originality and their ability to explore profound themes through humour and absurdity. Andersson’s work has earned him a place among the most innovative directors in contemporary cinema.

Andersson’s Filmography Graded (Grading System Reference)
The White Game	1968	S
Saturday, October 5	1969	S
A Swedish Love Story	1970	HR
Giliap	1975	S
Songs from the Second Floor	2000	E
You, the Living	2007	HR
A Pigeon Sat on a Branch Reflecting on Existence	2014	HR
About Endlessness	2019	HR

Lukas Moodysson

Try Moodysson | If you enjoy the gritty realism of Andrea Arnold, Mike Leigh, and Sean Baker.

Lukas Moodysson is a contemporary Swedish director known for his emotionally charged films that often explore social issues. His notable works include Show Me Love, Together, and Lilya 4-ever. Moodysson’s films often focus on marginalised characters, exploring themes of love, alienation, and the struggle for acceptance.

Moodysson’s films are characterised by their raw emotion, naturalistic performances, and intimate storytelling. His ability to create complex, relatable characters and tackle difficult social issues sets his films apart. Moodysson’s style is marked by its empathy and ability to find hope amid adversity.

Moodysson’s influence on cinema is marked by his ability to create films that resonate with audiences and provoke discussion. His films have been recognised for their emotional depth and social relevance, earning him critical acclaim in Sweden and internationally.

Moodysson’s Filmography Graded (Grading System Reference)
Show Me Love	1998	E
Together	2000	E
Lilya 4-Ever	2002	E
Terrorists: The Kids They Sentenced	2003	S
A Hole in My Heart	2004	M
Container	2006	M
Mammoth	2009	C
We Are the Best!	2014	E

Ruben Ostlund

Try Ostlund | If you like the observant and provocative films of Lars von Trier, Todd Solondz, and Yorgos Lanthimos.

Ruben Ostlund is a contemporary Swedish director known for his incisive social satires. His most notable works include Force Majeure and The Square, which won the Palme d’Or at Cannes. Ostlund’s films often explore themes of social discomfort, masculinity, and the human capacity for self-deception.

Ostlund’s films are characterised by their long takes, static camera shots, and awkward humour. His ability to create tension and discomfort, often through everyday situations, sets his films apart. Ostlund’s style is marked by its observational comedy and ability to provoke thought and discussion.

Ostlund’s influence on cinema is marked by his ability to create films that challenge social norms and provoke discussion. His films have been recognised for their social relevance and unique blend of humour and discomfort. Ostlund’s work has earned him a place among the most innovative directors in contemporary cinema.

Ostlund’s Filmography Graded (Grading System Reference)
The Guitar Mongoloid	2004	S
Involuntary	2008	R
Play	2011	HR
Force Majeure	2014	HR
The Square	2017	HR
Triangle of Sadness	2022	HR

Bo Widerberg

Try Widerberg | If you enjoy the socially conscious films of Jean-Luc Godard, Gillo Pontecorvo and Ken Loach.

Bo Widerberg was a Swedish director known for his socially conscious films that often critiqued the Swedish welfare state. His most notable works include Elvira Madigan, Adalen 31, and Joe Hill. Widerberg’s films often explore themes of social inequality and the struggle for justice.

Widerberg’s films are characterised by their social realism, strong performances, and emotional depth. His ability to create complex, socially relevant narratives sets his films apart. Widerberg’s style is marked by its political engagement and ability to provoke thought and discussion.

Widerberg’s influence on cinema is marked by his ability to create films that challenge social norms and provoke discussion. His films have been recognised for their social relevance and contribution to the tradition of social realism in cinema.

Widerberg’s Filmography Graded (Grading System Reference)
Pram	1963	C
Raven’s End	1963	HR
Love 65	1965	S
Heja Roland!	1966	S
Elvira Madigan	1967	R
The White Game	1968	S
Adalen 31	1969	HR
Joe Hill	1971	HR
Fimpen	1974	S
Man on the Roof	1976	HR
Victoria	1979	S
The Man from Majorca	1984	R
The Serpent’s Way	1986	C
All Things Fair	1995	R

Mauritz Stiller

Try Stiller | If you appreciate the early silent films of Fritz Lang, Carl Theodor Dreyer, and Robert Wiene.

Mauritz Stiller, a contemporary of Victor Sjostrom, was a key figure in the golden age of Swedish silent cinema. Known for films like Sir Arne’s Treasure and The Saga of Gosta Berling, Stiller’s work often incorporated elements of Swedish folklore and history. Their visual beauty and narrative complexity mark his films.

Stiller’s films are characterised by rich visual storytelling and innovative landscape use. His ability to create atmospheric, visually stunning films set him apart during the silent era. Stiller’s style is marked by its poetic imagery and ability to evoke emotion through visual composition.

Stiller’s influence on cinema extends beyond his filmography. He is perhaps best known for discovering Greta Garbo and guiding her early career. His films have been recognised for their contribution to the development of cinematic language during the silent era.

Stiller’s Filmography Graded (Grading System Reference)
Brother Against Brother	1913	S
The WIngs	1916	S
Thomas Graals basta film	1917	S
Thomas Graals basta barn	1918	S
Song of the Scarlet Flower	1919	R
Sir Arne’s Treasure	1919	R
Erotikon	1920	S
Johan	1921	R
Gunnar Hedes saga	1923	R
The Saga of Gosta Berling	1924	R
Hotel Imperial	1927	R

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