Cinematography: Åke Dahlqvist

The best movies, series, and documentaries with cinematography by Åke Dahlqvist. Explore visually stunning titles that highlight an exceptional filmmaking.


Woman Without a Face

1947 · Movie · 102 min. · Sweden

6.8

22 votes

6.8

22 votes

The Doll

1962 · Movie · 91 min. · Sweden

Direction Arne Mattsson

Cast Per Oscarsson · Gio Petré · Tor Isedal · Elsa Prawitz

Synopsis The Doll (1962) follows the unsettling tale of a solitary night watchman employed at a bustling department store. His life takes a peculiar turn when he becomes infatuated with one of the store's lifeless mannequins. Driven by his obsession, he...

6.7

77 votes

6.7

77 votes

Intermezzo

1936 · Movie · 93 min. · Sweden

Direction Gustaf Molander

Cast Gösta Ekman · Inga Tidblad · Ingrid Bergman · Erik Berglund

Synopsis Intermezzo (1936) follows the story of renowned violinist Holger Brandt, who returns home to his family after an extensive tour. Despite being married for many years, the spark in his relationship with his wife has dwindled. Their young daughter's new...

6.5

335 votes

6.5

335 votes

Eva

1948 · Movie · 98 min. · Sweden

Direction Gustaf Molander

Cast Birger Malmsten · Eva Stiberg · Eva Dahlbeck · Åke Claesson

Synopsis Eva (1948) unfolds during the tumultuous years of World War II in neutral Sweden, where a young sailor named Bo, the son of a railway stationmaster, returns home from his naval duties. Haunted by a childhood incident, Bo recalls a...

6.5

30 votes

6.5

30 votes

A Woman's Face

1938 · Movie · 104 min. · Sweden

Direction Gustaf Molander

Cast Ingrid Bergman · Tore Svennberg · Anders Henrikson · Georg Rydeberg

Synopsis A Woman's Face (1938) tells the story of Anna Holm, a woman who, as a child, suffered a facial burn that left her disfigured and embittered. This trauma shaped her into a harsh and resentful individual, leading her down a...

6.4

43 votes

6.4

43 votes

Trots

1952 · Movie · 95 min. · Sweden

Direction Gustaf Molander

Cast Anders Henrikson · Per Oscarsson · Harriet Andersson · Eva Dahlbeck

Synopsis Trots (1952) follows the story of a stern educator who pushes his students to their limits, leading to a reprimand from the school's headmaster. Seeking to mend his fractured bond with his own child, the teacher consults a clergyman for...

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The Count of the Old Town

1935 · Movie · 83 min. · Sweden

Direction Edvin Adolphson

Cast Valdemar Dalquist · Julia Cæsar · Sigurd Wallén · Tollie Zellman

Synopsis The Count of the Old Town (1935) is set in the labyrinthine alleys of Stockholm's Old Town, where the enigmatic hotel City is home to a peculiar cast of characters, including 'Greven', 'Blomman', and others. The narrative unfolds as police...

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The Family Secret

1936 · Movie · 89 min. · Sweden

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Jacob's Ladder

1942 · Movie · 104 min. · Sweden

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Love

1952 · Movie · 106 min. · Sweden

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Karl Fredrik Reigns

1934 · Movie · 91 min. · Sweden

Direction Gustaf Edgren

Cast Sigurd Wallén · Dagmar Ebbesen · Gull-Maj Norin · Björn Berglund

Synopsis Karl Fredrik Reigns (1934) follows the inspiring journey of a man who rises from humble beginnings as a laborer to achieve significant influence within the Swedish political landscape. The narrative chronicles his struggles and triumphs as he navigates the challenges...

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His English Wife

1927 · Movie · 150 min. · Germany

Direction Gustaf Molander

Cast Lil Dagover · Gösta Ekman · Karin Swanström · Håkan Westergren

Synopsis His English Wife (1927) follows the story of two affluent Englishmen, Ivor Willington and Lionel Jessop, who engage in a high-stakes card game to determine who will win the hand of the lovely and wealthy widow, Cathleen Paget, once her...

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Tonight or Never

1941 · Movie · 85 min. · Sweden

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Dear Relatives

1933 · Movie · 94 min. · Sweden

Direction Gustaf Molander

Cast Gösta Ekman · Tutta Rolf · Carl Barcklind · Thor Modéen

Synopsis Dear Relatives (1933) explores the complexities of family dynamics, where love and frustration intertwine. The story revolves around a self-made wealthy man, Director Friis, who, despite his success, often yearns for a simpler life. His family, including his children and...

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Daddy Wanted

1947 · Movie · 77 min. · Sweden

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Galgmannen

1945 · Movie · 109 min. · Sweden

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His Grace's Will

1940 · Movie · 92 min. · Sweden

Direction Per Lindberg

Cast Olof Sandborg · Barbro Kollberg · Hjördis Petterson · Willy Peters

Synopsis His Grace's Will (1940) centers around the Baron of Rogershus, who is set to commemorate his 70th birthday. In anticipation of this milestone, he makes a significant decision to draft his will and plans to unveil its contents on the...

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A Quiet Flirt

1934 · Movie · 86 min. · Sweden

Direction Gustaf Molander

Cast Tutta Rolf · Margit Manstad · Ernst Eklund · Thor Modéen

Synopsis A Quiet Flirt (1934) follows the life of Diddi Werner, an orphan nurtured by her aunts, Lotten and Amalia. The aunts have differing views on Diddi's future: Amalia encourages her to pursue further education post-graduation, while Lotten insists on marriage....

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Dollar

1938 · Movie · 78 min. · Sweden

Direction Gustaf Molander

Cast Ingrid Bergman · Georg Rydeberg · Tutta Rolf · Kotti Chave

Synopsis Dollar (1938) follows the lives of affluent millionaires, including Ludvig and Sussi Battwyhl, Louis and Katja Brenner, and Julia and Kurt Balzar, who enjoy a life of leisure without apparent work. They embark on a mountain vacation, where romantic entanglements...

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Night Light

1957 · Movie · 90 min. · Sweden

Direction Lars-Eric Kjellgren

Cast Marianne Bengtsson · Lars Ekborg · Gunnar Björnstrand · Birger Malmsten

Synopsis Night Light (1957) follows the journey of Maria, a spirited 16-year-old who ventures from her small-town life to the bustling city of Stockholm to stay with her aunt. Upon her arrival at the train station, Maria navigates through a whirlwind...

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