Britt-Marie Was Here

Based on the bestselling novel by author Fredrik Backman (A Man Called Ove), this comedic drama follows the journey of 63-year-old Britt-Marie as she works to find a new purpose in life after discovering her husband’s infidelity.

For most of her life, Britt-Marie has been fastidious about order, compulsively making sure that her life and home are routine and organized. But when she discovers that her husband of 40 years has been having an affair, chaos kicks her down the curb to the small backwater town of Borg, where she accepts an unglamorous job as youth leader at a struggling recreation center. Taking on the impossible-seeming task of coaching the children’s soccer team — despite having no experience nor resources — Britt-Marie finds herself invigorated by the team’s infectious energy. And as they and her fellow Borgians inspire her to step out of her comfort zone, Britt-Marie discovers that losing a bit of control is sometimes a good thing.

Anchored by an affecting performance from Swedish stalwart Pernilla August (Fanny and Alexander), this sophomore feature from actor-turned-director Tuva Novotny (Blind Spot) is both a tender and droll reminder that it’s never too late for second chances.