The film 'Biodlaren' tells a story about a father and daughter who both carry a sorrow, depicting loss and silence to longing for closeness and the hope that can be created by facing the difficult. The story takes place in Åmotfors in Värmland. The main role of the beekeeper is played by Adam Lundgren, whose relation to Åmotfors was non-existent before he started filming.
The role of his 14-year-old daughter is played by Hedvig Nilsson from Värmland, and the film is 16-year-old Hedvig Nilsson's debut as an actress. The gala premiere was held at Folkets Hus in Åmotfors, not far from Koppom, her hometown. The exact plot beyond these general themes remains unclear, and it is unknown how many other actors were present or what the audience reaction was.
When we drove through Åmotfors I just felt that 'this is the place'.
Plans for international release or film festival screenings have not been announced, and other filming locations in Åmotfors besides Folkets Hus have not been detailed.
It's a bit strange to show off the home ground because it's nothing that is usually in the spotlight but it should be fun.