Sweden: Lessons for America?
2018·Movie
7.0
Sweden: Lessons for America? fingerprint
Emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace4
- Tension3
- Spectacle2
Heart
Hopeful
- Hopefulness7
- Wholesome6
- Wonder4
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Satire & Parody2
- Situational Comedy1
World
Everyday modern life, politics, and history
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Narrative Structure7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, politics, and history
Its world is built around everyday modern life, politics, and history.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational10Informative and instructive.
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization2Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A personal exploration by Johan Norberg
It's been suggested that Americans would be better off if the United States was more like Sweden. Do the Swedes know something that we don't? Sweden: Lessons for America? A Personal Exploration by Johan Norberg delves into the economic and social landscape of the Swedish scholar's homeland. Join him to see that the lessons to be learned from Sweden may not be the ones you expect. The one-hour documentary follows Norberg on a journey through the history of Sweden's economic rise, from one of the poorest countries in the world to one of the most prosperous. The program illuminates key ideas and enterprises that sparked the reform and continue to help Sweden maintain its lofty economic position, including freedom of the press, free trade, new technology companies, crazy jobs and even an old Swedish superhero.
DocumentaryPolitical EconomySocietal AnalysisHistorical ContextThought-ProvokingComparative StudyEducationalChallenging AssumptionsInformative
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Is Sweden: Lessons for America? worth watching?
70
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Sweden: Lessons for America? rated?
NR
It's rated NR in the United States.
How long is Sweden: Lessons for America??
0 h 56 min
Sweden: Lessons for America? runs 0 h 56 min.
What language is Sweden: Lessons for America? in?
EnglishSwedish
It was made in English, with some Swedish. Produced in Sweden, United States.
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131
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