Jan Troell

Celebrated Swedish auteur, Jan Troell, was born in 1931 in Limhamn, Sweden, and began his directorial career in the 1960s, which spanned over five decades. He is best known for his work in drama and historical genres, with his most renowned films including "The Emigrants" and "The New Land", both of which earned him Academy Award nominations. Troell's authorial style is characterized by his meticulous attention to historical detail, intimate character development, and his often-cinematic depiction of the Swedish landscape.

From the heart, Jan Troell is not just a filmmaker, but a true poet of the cinema, whose profound understanding of human nature and historical context elevates his films to timeless classics.