Swedish Film: An Introduction and Reader gives
a wide and yet concise presentation of the
history of Swedish film through a number of
articles by Swedish and international film
scholars. The book draws upon a rich tradition
of research on Swedish cinema, and it
offers a varied and inspiring introduction to
the history from the very first film screenings
to contemporary works.
Included are sections on the Swedish cinema
institutions; silent films; genre cinema;
auteurs and art cinema, and a reflection on
the film industry before and after the new
millennium.
Combining in-depth studies with contextualizing
introductions, Swedish film: An Introduction
and Reader provides a rich spectrum
of perspectives on Swedish film previously
unavailable in English. The book will be essential
reading for students, scholars and anyone
who has an interest in Swedish cinema!