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OPINION: Midsommar movie makes Sweden look like a horror show for American viewers
The horror film Midsommar turns a family-friendly Swedish festival into a cultist ritual – but some viewers are having trouble separating fact from fiction, and that's a problem, writes US native Madeline Tersigni.
7 things you (maybe) didn’t know about Dolph Lundgren
Dolph Lundgren is back on the big screen in the recently-released ‘Creed II’.
The Local features in latest Millennium film
The latest film in the Millennium series, based on Stieg Larsson's much-loved trilogy, was released in Sweden on Friday – and eagle-eyed The Local readers will be able to spot a familiar website in the film.
Sweden pins its Oscar hopes on 'Borders'
Sweden will be represented at the 2019 Oscars by the Cannes-winning film ‘Border’ (Gräns), the Swedish Film Institute announced on Tuesday.
Uma Thurman applies for Swedish citizenship ahead of planned move to Sweden
Hollywood actress Uma Thurman has long talked about how proud she is of her family roots in Sweden, and now the Kill Bill star wants to go one step further by becoming a Swedish citizen and relocating to the Nordic nation.
Why this French entrepreneur is helping Stockholm kids to find their perfect film role
French entrepreneur in Stockholm Pauline Mialhe explains why she's encouraging kids to judge their own film festivals this summer. Could they be the film critics of the future?
Charges dropped against driver accused of showing porn film on school bus
Police have dropped charges against a Swedish bus driver who was removed from his role following allegations of showing a 'pornographic film' to children on a school bus.
Malmö is the location for 'New York, I Love You' follow-up
The makers of the hit international film series which includes "New York, I Love You" and "Paris, je t'aime" are about to create an ode to a new city – Malmö, in the south of Sweden.
Björn Borg biopic to become first Swedish film ever to open prestigious Toronto Film Festival
The much-hyped forthcoming biopic of tennis legend Björn Borg is set to become the first Swedish film ever to open the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival, it has been announced.
The Local's Swedish film of the month: Zozo
Film writer Peter Larkin reviews Josef Fares' Zozo (2005).
Popular Swedish actor Gösta Ekman dies aged 77
Actor and director Gösta Ekman passed away late on Friday night, the Royal Dramatic Theatre announced on Saturday.
OPINION: 'Why is what happened to the Sami in Sweden not common knowledge?'
Honoured at the Venice Film Festival and critically acclaimed, hit movie Sami Blood should make Swedes question why Sami oppression in Sweden is not common knowledge, and it’s time for that to change, argues Sami Parliament member Oscar Sedholm.
The Local's Swedish film of the month: The Sacrifice
Film writer <a href="peterlarkin.wordpress.com/">Peter Larkin</a> reviews 'The Sacrifice' (1986), a Swedish film directed by Andrei Tarkovsky.
China's richest man buys Nordic cinema firm for $930m
Chinese conglomerate Wanda Group said its US-based AMC Theatres chain will buy the Nordic region's largest cinema operator for $930 million, further expanding the company's world-beating cinema empire.
Game of Thrones makers decide on Swedish shoot
There's some big news for Swedish Game of Thrones fans today after the American producers of the show reached a decision over whether they will film on Sweden's Baltic island Gotland.
Revealed: Game of Thrones could be coming to Sweden
Swedish Game of Thrones fans could soon be in for a treat after news emerged that the producers of the epic series are looking into filming in Sweden.
Alicia Vikander scoops lead role in new Tomb Raider
Sweden’s Oscar-wining actress Alicia Vikander will play the prized Lara Croft role in a new version of Tomb Raider, The Hollywood Reporter has revealed.
Six gems from Sweden's independent cinema scene
The Oscars take place this weekend, so where are the coolest spots in Sweden to watch the world's best movies?
Five exciting events for expats in Sweden this week
February can be a dreary month and new (or old) arrivals to Stockholm might feel lonely as it seems the country is still in hibernation. The Local's guide to the most exciting events around the country will inspire you to get out of the house and embrace your adopted country.
'Sweden is a paradise but we've lost human values'
New film The Swedish Theory of Love explores the Scandinavian focus on autonomy, asking whether Swedes have gone so far in their quest for independence that they are actually lonelier than ever. The Local spoke to the man behind the movie.
Star Wars fever awakens Sweden's film nerds
UPDATED: How many light sabres have popped up in your Facebook feed so far? Tech-loving Swedes are gripped by Star Wars fever as one of the most-hyped movies of all time hits screens across the Nordics, before the US.
Stockholm Film Festival preview: Top Swedish films
The 26th Stockholm International Film Festival takes place from November 11 to 22, but it’s not too early to start planning your film schedule. Here are the top Swedish films - long and short - not to miss this year.
Swedish legend set to star in hit fantasy series
Swedish veteran actor Max von Sydow has signed on for a role in the sixth season of the wildly popular Game of Thrones fantasy series, according to a US movie magazine.