Directed by:
Simon KaijserScreenplay:
Pernilla OljelundCinematography:
Per KällbergComposer:
Leif JordanssonCast:
Mikael Persbrandt, Iben Hjejle, Henrik Norlén, Liv Mjönes, Lars-Erik Berenett, Anki Lidén, Annika Hallin, Jimmy Lindström, Ulf Friberg, Rebecka Englund Teper (more)Plots(1)
STOCKHOLM EAST is a moving and compelling love story between two strangers, bound together by a tragedy that has taken its toll on both their lives and their relationships. When Johan (Mikael Persbrandt) and Anna (Iben Hjejle) meet at the railway station connecting capital Stockholm with the idyllic suburbs where they both live, they embark on a dangerous journey of both passion and lies. (official distributor synopsis)
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First of all, I need to say that this is not your standard Scandinavian five-star depressing flick. You see, this film does not shock with its ending – the shocking part comes at the very start. So, the first shock leads mainly to the creation of a depressing atmosphere that is present in the film until its very end. And since the ending is a bit more positive than a Scandinavian movie aficionado would even think, I have no other option than give it a very solid three-star review. By the way, Mikael and Iben deserve a good review as well – they put in some great acting performances. However, in terms of the story, somebody wanted to tackle a Scandinavian drama from a slightly different perspective and I have to admit that I prefer the usual Scandinavian movies. Despite all that.. this is still a very decent drama.
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