Britt-Marie Was Here

Britt-Marie Was Here is a 2019 Swedish comedy-drama film directed by Tuva Novotny based on Fredrik Backman's 2014 novel of the same name. Produced by Gustav Oldén and Nicklas Wikström Nicastro, the film stars Pernilla August, Peter Haber, Anders Mossling, Malin Levanon, and Vera Vitali. The plot follows the titular protagonist Britt-Marie, a 63-year-old homemaker played by August, who leaves her cheating husband of 40 years and reluctantly takes on a job as a youth soccer coach in the remote town of Borg. Critics received the film with mixed reviews − some criticized the plot as predictable, while others praised the portrayal of self-discovery and performance of August. At the 55th Guldbagge Awards, August received a nomination for Best Actress in a Leading Role. Plot 63-year old homemaker Britt-Marie lives a mundane life. Meticulously organized, she follows the same routine every day: making lists, cleaning windows, doing the laundry, preparing dinner for her husband of 40 years, Kent, who barely notices her. When her husband travels for work, she stays at home where she feels safe. When her husband has a heart-attack, Britt-Marie finds a mistress by his side at the hospital and discovers that he has been unfaithful. Disappointed, Britt-Marie returns home, packs her bags, and heads out to make her own life. She travels to the remote Swedish town of Borg, where she reluctantly accepts the only temporary job she is offered, coaching a local soccer team of 10-year-olds. Despite having no knowledge of soccer, Britt-Marie tries her best to train the group and make a better life for herself.