Jonas Gardell's semi-biographical book about the tragic childhood of a comedian is definitely a worthy read, and this second adaptation of the story is, in lots of ways, definitely even better than the already pretty good 90s TV show.
This one doesn't just adapt the book - whilst that would be interesting on its own, but rather complements it and does its own thing. It is updated into a more modern age, and features a somewhat more mature outlook of the situation.
The actors are incredible, iconic actor Johan Rheborg in particular, who really sells it in a more serious role. The humour is definitely there, though, and it's an incredible mix of gut wrenching drama and tragedy and just a nostalgic childhood feeling and comedy, that should resonate with most whether you grew up in the seventies or not.
Overall, a great feature by an upcoming director that I would like to see more of, and in some ways an improvment and evolution of the neat book. Very much recommended!
This one doesn't just adapt the book - whilst that would be interesting on its own, but rather complements it and does its own thing. It is updated into a more modern age, and features a somewhat more mature outlook of the situation.
The actors are incredible, iconic actor Johan Rheborg in particular, who really sells it in a more serious role. The humour is definitely there, though, and it's an incredible mix of gut wrenching drama and tragedy and just a nostalgic childhood feeling and comedy, that should resonate with most whether you grew up in the seventies or not.
Overall, a great feature by an upcoming director that I would like to see more of, and in some ways an improvment and evolution of the neat book. Very much recommended!