Becoming Astrid
Unga Astrid
“Be the author of your own story.”
Synopsis
When Astrid Lindgren was very young something happened that affected her profoundly, and this combination of both miracle and calamity came to shape her entire life. It was an event that transformed her into one of the most inspiring women of our age and the storyteller a whole world would come to love. This is the story of when a young Astrid, despite the expectations of her time and religious upbringing, decided to break free from society's norms and follow her heart.
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BECOMING ASTRID - Official U.S. TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-10-26
Top Cast
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Alba August
Astrid Lindgren
Maria Bonnevie
Hanna
Trine Dyrholm
Marie
Henrik Rafaelsen
Blomberg
Magnus Krepper
Samuel
Björn Gustafsson
Sture
Marius Damslev
Lasse
Willy Ramnek Petri
Gunnar
Liv LeMoyne
Saga
Sofia Karemyr
Madicken
Mira Mitchell
Berta
Maria Fahl Vikander
Astrid (1987)
Maria Alm Norell
Olivia
Lars Väringer
KAK Director
Eric Ericson
Doctor
Li Brådhe
Landlady
Sidsel Arnfred
Midwife
Marie Knudsen Fogh
Nurse
Release History & Theatrical Window
Berlin International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 23, 2018
Wide Cinema Exhibition
April 17, 2019
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Pernille Fischer Christensen
- Screenplay & Story
- Pernille Fischer Christensen, Kim Fupz Aakeson
- Original Score
- Nicklas Schmidt
- Original Title
- Unga Astrid
- Country of Origin
- Denmark, Sweden, Germany
- Spoken Languages
- Danish, Swedish
- Runtime
- 2h 3m
- Production Studios
- DCM Pictures, Avanti Film, Nordisk Film Denmark, Nordisk Film Sweden, Film i Väst, TV4
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Pernille Fischer Christensen
Pernille Fischer Christensen, Kim Fupz Aakeson
Nicklas Schmidt
Erik Molberg Hansen
Kasper Leick, Åsa Mossberg
Henrik Zein, Suzanne Glansborg, Anna Anthony, Maria Walter Dahlin, Lars G. Lindström
Department Leadership Roster
Pernille Fischer Christensen
Writer
Kim Fupz Aakeson
Writer
Pernille Fischer Christensen
Director
Kasper Leick
Editor
Linda Janson
Production Design
Anna Anthony
Producer
Maria Walter Dahlin
Producer
Åsa Mossberg
Editor
Lars G. Lindström
Producer
Erik Molberg Hansen
Director of Photography
Cilla Rörby
Costume Design
Nicklas Schmidt
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Becoming Astrid
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What is Becoming Astrid about?
When Astrid Lindgren was very young something happened that affected her profoundly, and this combination of both miracle and calamity came to shape her entire life. It was an event that transformed her into one of the most inspiring women of our age and the storyteller a whole world would come to love. This is the story of when a young Astrid, despite the expectations of her time and religious upbringing, decided to break free from society's norms and follow her heart.
Who directed Becoming Astrid?
Becoming Astrid was directed by Pernille Fischer Christensen.
Who stars in Becoming Astrid?
The principal cast of Becoming Astrid includes Alba August, Maria Bonnevie, Trine Dyrholm, Henrik Rafaelsen, Magnus Krepper.
When was Becoming Astrid released and how long is it?
Becoming Astrid was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 2h 3m.
Who composed the musical score for Becoming Astrid?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Becoming Astrid was composed by Nicklas Schmidt.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Becoming Astrid?
Becoming Astrid holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); FR: TP.