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Moodysson have a way of capturing simple life and ordinarities and making it interesting and on point. The series will make you laugh at all the small things that defines our present time. It highlights some of the western world mental health problems in a really enjoyable and also tragic way. Every interaction and relationship in the series is colored by it and thats what makes it so recognizable and genius. The acting itself is really classy and convincing in all simplicity, nothing else fancy needed. I'm convinced the series will give you some new perspectives, some new hope, AND some new smiles!

Moodysson is somewhat of a genius, but he's a Swedish genius. As such, his work is defined by his ability to translate the complexities of the social conflicts faced by in eid md the most homogenous cultures in Europe. As an American who grew up going to Sweden, I have both loved and been confounded by the culture, admired it and criticized it - so his films, and definitely this show, have reflected those feelings over and over and I can't get enough.

Thankfully most Swedes are not as crazy as the lot in this show, but the show is not only a critique of their behaviors but also a touching, and very real love letter. That said, the characters reflect many of my American friends and relatives so anyone can like this show - I just think Swedophiles will love it.

One of my random picks at the BFI London Film Festival, didn't really know anything about it going in, and was surprised to find it was actually a HBO Europe TV series, rather than a film.

The performance we saw featured 4 episodes out of 12, with notes to explain the characters we discovered that had originated in episodes we'd not seen.

A Swedish comedy-drama, about a TOO nice guy who can't say no to anyone in need, while also working as a child psychologist, it follows his life in a small town he's moved to for work, and the individuals who pass through.

The show seemed to be a reflection of director Lukas Moodysson who appeared for a Q&A afterwards, and captured underlying dark themes, but with brilliant sharp witty humour which seemed to help as a coping mechanism for this own personal demons.

Littered with joyful moments, cringe-worthy scenes, and heartfelt compassion, it looks like it'll be a great little show which I'll certainly look out for on Streaming services.

I love this series. Having trouble with most Swedish tv-series for over dramatic acting, this is spot on. So real, yet totally absurd. The story is slow paced, yet there is always something happening to keep it interesting. The characters are all unique and equally interesting. A masterpiece if you ask me.

(After watching only the first two episodes...) Thank you for making a series that portraits life's tiny curiosities with great humor and beautiful acting.