Swedish author Fredrik Backman’s novel A Man Called Ove was a massive hit, quickly resulting in a film adaptation from Hannes Holm, which earned multiple Academy Award nominations and proved to be a success both abroad and the United States. This fall, the next adaptation of one his books will arrive courtesy of Cohen Media Group and we’re pleased to debut the new trailer and poster.
Britt-Marie Was Here is directed by Tuva Novotny (who recently made a strong impression in Annihilation) and tells the story of a woman who leaves her husband after 40 years to find new meaning in life. The first trailer hints that Backman’s particular brand of witty humor and inspiring themes of self-discovery have effectively been captured here, with a stand-out performance by Pernilla August (Fanny and Alexander, Beyond).
Also starring Peter Haber, and Malin Levanon, see the trailer and poster premiere below.
When Britt-Marie decides to leave her husband of 40 years, she is forced to reconsider her life, break old habits and reacquaint herself with the real world. She re-locates to the small backwater town of Borg, which seems to be filled with misfits and dead-end opportunities. However Britt-Marie begins to find meaning within the town – challenging her priorities and stubborn beliefs. Perhaps there is a second chance in life – perhaps it’s never too late to start living.
Britt-Marie Was Here opens on September 20.