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20 Films from the 2012 Guldbagge Awards

20 titles

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  1. 1Call GirlMovie · 2012 · 140m · Thriller, DramaStockholm, late 1970s. Near government buildings and youth centers lies a hidden world of sex clubs, nightclubs, and private homes. *Call Girl* tells the story of how young Iris is drawn from poverty into a dangerous world where power offers everything.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3
  2. 2El Medico: The Cubaton StoryMovie · 2012 · 85mA doctor, driven by a desire to honor his mother's wish and serve his country, faces a difficult choice: follow his professional obligations or pursue his passion as an artist.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.4
  3. 3Good Luck. And Take Care of Each OtherMovie · 2012 · 100mAlvar, a retired man haunted by his past, creates elaborate fake memoirs to cope with his guilt. He unexpectedly befriends Miriam, a socially awkward and stubborn teenager. Their friendship grows as they use public art projects to uplift others, ultimately leading them to find their own personal growth.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.0
  4. 4She Male SnailsMovie · 2012 · 75mEli Leven, an artist between genders, shares intimate moments with Ester Martin Bergsmark through touch and shared baths filled with steam. A voice-over recounts the challenging journey to rejecting traditional male/female identities, driven by something beyond that. The film explores painful memories of homophobia and discrimination alongside poetic imagery of bodies, nature, and snails – a symbol of androgyny. This deeply moving film celebrates sexual fluidity and the search for one's true self, using striking, vivid photography. Inspired by Derek Jarman's *Sebastian*, this docu-fiction portrait of Eli Leven blends documentary and fictional elements.IMDb 5.6TMDB 3.4
  5. 5PalmeMovie · 2012 · 103m · DocumentaryIn February 1986, Swedish Prime Minister Olof Palme was shot and killed on a Stockholm street, profoundly changing the nation. "Palme" explores his life, the era in which he lived, and the Sweden he shaped – a man who significantly impacted history.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.6
  6. 6Once Upon a Time in PhuketMovie · 2012 · 105m · Comedy, RomanceSven, a life coach, journeys to Thailand to pursue his ambition of becoming a writer. He encounters Gitte, a free-spirited yoga enthusiast from Norway. Subsequently, Anja, an editor from a Swedish publishing house, enters the picture. The story explores Sven's true desires for his life and love.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.3
  7. 7Mammas pojkarMovie · 2012 · 100m"Bröderna Hårdrock" follows two brothers who are organizing a heavy metal convention in their quiet village. Their mother, the local priest, hopes they will find stability and start families. A new female teacher and line dance instructor arrives, capturing the attention of both brothers. Unaware of each other's feelings for her, they compete to win her heart.IMDb 4.7TMDB 4.8
  8. 8AvalonMovie · 2011 · 79mJanne, a 60-year-old party promoter, is organizing a nightclub for the annual tennis week in the small coastal town of Båstad, collaborating with his older sister Jackie. However, an accident drastically changes his life, and under pressure from those around him, he desperately searches for a way to escape.Stream onIMDb 5.4TMDB 5.3
  9. 9Certain PeopleMovie · 2012 · 106mA group of friends in their thirties, connected to the art world and known for their liberal views, gather at Katinka's summer house for her birthday. They relax amongst books, antiques, and modern art, smoking together on the floor. The party takes an upbeat turn when Katinka's brother unexpectedly brings two new guests: Linda, a blonde game show hostess. Initially welcomed for her directness and unconventional manners, Linda gradually pushes the boundaries of the group’s unspoken social rules. This leads to growing resentment and reveals the hidden prejudices within the friend group.IMDb 5.6TMDB 3.4
  10. 10Laurence AnywaysMovie · 2012 · 168m · Drama, RomanceFred and Laurence develop a profound connection, a love that defies societal expectations. Laurence shares her deeply personal journey of self-discovery, revealing her long-held desire to live authentically as her true gender.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.6
  11. 11Hamilton: In the Interest of the NationMovie · 2012 · 109m · Thriller, Action, DramaCarl Hamilton infiltrates an international gang that has stolen sophisticated Swedish GPS-guided missiles. The gang is then ambushed by a highly trained group of mercenaries working for mysterious clients. Hamilton survives the attack, but the missiles vanish without a trace.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1
  12. 12Moonrise KingdomMovie · 2012 · 94m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceIn the summer of 1965, on an island off New England, two twelve-year-olds fall in love and decide to elope into the wilderness. Their secret is discovered, and authorities pursue them as a violent storm approaches, disrupting the island community.Stream onIMDb 7.7TMDB 7.7
  13. 13The Anderssons in Greece: All InclusiveMovie · 2012 · 85mA frugal father surprises his wife and three children with an all-inclusive trip to Greece, but the kids quickly find ways to stir up trouble. Can the family enjoy their vacation when they're constantly together?IMDb 4.4TMDB 4.9
  14. 14Eat Sleep DieMovie · 2012 · 104m · DramaA young woman from Eastern Europe, working in Sweden, is forced to make a difficult decision after losing her job at the factory due to company cost-cutting measures.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.9
  15. 15Easy Money: Hard to KillMovie · 2012 · 99m · Crime, Drama, ActionJW is in prison, trying to rebuild his life. He finds hope when investors show interest in trading software he created, and surprisingly makes amends with someone from his past. But these hopeful signs turn out to be false. On temporary release, JW reconnects with his old gang and realizes that once you've lived a life of crime, it's incredibly difficult to escape it.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 6.3
  16. 16The Last SentenceMovie · 2012 · 104mAward-winning journalist Torgny Segerstedt becomes a vocal opponent of Hitler, sharply criticizing Swedish politicians who chose neutrality in the face of Nazi tyranny. Armed only with his pen, Segerstedt's personal life is marked by controversy: an affair with his editor's wife, a scandal involving a younger secretary, and the tragic suicide of his wife. Despite these personal struggles, he relentlessly wages a solitary war against Hitler and the Nazi regime until his death, leaving audiences to question whether one person can truly alter the course of history.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 6.1
  17. 17Searching for Sugar ManMovie · 2012 · 85m · Music, DocumentaryTwo South Africans travel to the United States to uncover the story of Rodriguez, a little-known rock musician from the 1970s who achieved a surprising level of fame there. They aim to find out what became of him.Stream onIMDb 8.2TMDB 7.9
  18. 18AmourMovie · 2012 · 127m · Drama, RomanceGeorges and Anne, an elderly couple in their eighties and retired music teachers, find their strong relationship challenged when Anne suffers a stroke. Their daughter, a musician living overseas with her own family, is distant. The event deeply tests the couple’s enduring love for each other.Stream onIMDb 7.9TMDB 7.8
  19. 19Bitch HugMovie · 2012 · 101mKristin eagerly anticipates graduating high school, eager to escape her small town and a controlling sister for the vibrant life she envisions in New York City. Her writing about the city is scheduled to appear in the local paper. However, after missing her flight, Kristin seeks refuge at the isolated home of Andrea, an unusual young girl in the countryside. There, Kristin takes Andrea on a virtual adventure through New York, documenting their experiences for readers back home. But their escapade takes an unexpected turn when reality intrudes.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.0
  20. 20The Ice DragonMovie · 2012 · 80mMick, an 11-year-old boy, embarks on an adventure to find a new home. He runs away on an ice dragon, runs a cat factory, befriends brothers Bengt and Bertil, experiences his first love, and ultimately finds his way back home.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.7