# Becoming Astrid (2018)

> A formative portrait of Astrid Lindgren as a young Swedish woman whose turbulent path toward independence fuels a remarkable literary voice.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/332254

## Facts

- Runtime: 123 min
- Genres: Drama, History
- Director: Pernille Fischer Christensen
- Cast: Alba August, Maria Bonnevie, Trine Dyrholm, Henrik Rafaelsen, Magnus Krepper, Björn Gustafsson, Marius Damslev, Willy Ramnek Petri
- TMDB rating: 7.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6433456/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: serious, empathetic, wistful, quiet evening, historical drama night

## Synopsis

A poignant exploration of creativity and motherhood unfolds in the life of a beloved author.

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