“A man called Ove” won the fine european prize – Sveriges Radio

It was probably not roligheten, but the depth of the book that attracted me to do it, ” says director Hannes Holm.

“A man called Ove” has previously won an award for best actor in a leading role, best mask and makeup as well as the audience award. The film is also Sweden’s contribution to the Oscars which is in feb.
- Comedy is a genre that has been difficult to get across the borders and to do something that is perceived as fun and get the price in Europe will be an extra bonus, ” says writer and director Hannes Holm.

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