I watched this movie on the Canadian Broadcasting Company network last night. I liked it a lot, but thought the ending was weak. I wonder if that was because I don't understand Swedish? It was not clear to me why Stig thought Viola was a liar. I also did not see why he would take the set of dictionaries from the classroom right at the end. If it was an act of rebellion, it was not a very powerful one.
However, that being said, I thought it was a beautifully crafted movie, well acted and otherwise convincing. I thought Kjell was excellently developed as a character, giving a realistic portrayal of a frustrated and lonely salesman, turning to drink in an effort to forget his inner demons.
I would recommend this movie to anyone who thought that Summer of 42 was good. This movie is better - and I loved Summer of 42.
However, that being said, I thought it was a beautifully crafted movie, well acted and otherwise convincing. I thought Kjell was excellently developed as a character, giving a realistic portrayal of a frustrated and lonely salesman, turning to drink in an effort to forget his inner demons.
I would recommend this movie to anyone who thought that Summer of 42 was good. This movie is better - and I loved Summer of 42.