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A great movie about grief, and especially from a male, scandinavian perspective, where talking about your emotions, at least at the time this movie was recorded, was not socially accepted and quite uncommon. The movie also showcased the role women can play for men who don´t know how to express themselves, both as a friend who listens and physically. The theme is also about father-son relationship and the hardship in trying to be a good father at the same time as you're going through hard times yourself.

I wouldn´t recommend this movie for a cozy, fun, friday evening with family or friends. It´s perfect for when you have an evening for yourself and want to take some time for contemplation and do it while enjoying beautiful scenery from the Swedish west coast. After seeing the movie, even though the theme is sad and about grief and everything, it still leaves you with a feeling of hope and calmness!