Hela härligheten
Hela härligheten

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Hela härligheten

1998
Movie
88 min
Swedish

Torsten William Olsson is a 43-year-old teacher, living in a small town. He has never had a woman and is desperate for a romance. When he starts fantasizing about the mother of one of his pupils, it is the beginning of a chain of events that will change the lives of himself and others ... —Fredrik Klasson

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Director: Ulf MalmrosGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Set in the late 1970s, the film follows the lives of a group of friends navigating adolescence and the early throes of adulthood in a small Swedish town. It captures the awkwardness of first loves, the anxieties of growing up, and the search for identity amidst the backdrop of a changing society.

Critical Reception

Hela härligheten was met with generally positive reviews from Swedish critics, who praised its authentic portrayal of youth culture and its nostalgic tone. The film resonated with audiences for its relatable characters and humorous yet poignant depiction of coming-of-age struggles.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic and nostalgic depiction of Swedish youth in the 70s.

  • Appreciated for its humor and its sensitive handling of adolescent themes.

  • Seen as a relatable and often poignant coming-of-age story.

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Fun Fact

The film is noted for its accurate and affectionate recreation of Swedish youth fashion and music from the late 1970s.

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