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  • Actors: Lisa Lindgren, Michael Nyqvist, Emma Samuelsson, Sam Kessel, Gustaf Hammarsten
  • Directors: Lukas Moodysson
  • Writers: Lukas Moodysson
  • Producers: Anna Anthony, Kermit Smith, Lars Jönsson, Malte Forsell, Peter Aalbæk Jensen
  • Format: Anamorphic, PAL, Widescreen
  • Language Swedish
  • Subtitles: English
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: 15
  • Studio: Metrodome Distribution
  • DVD Release Date: 21 April 2003
  • Run Time: 102 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00005QG4E
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 14,394 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Full of snow, sex, Volvos and ABBA, Together may at first appear to be a trawl through every Swedish cliché in the book, but is in fact a delightful, absorbing movie. Set in Stockholm in the winter of 1975 it tells of mother of two Elisabeth and her move away from abusive husband Rolf to the strange new world of her brother's commune, the "Together" of the title. Set almost entirely within the house, the action is slight and the plot development limited but the various characters are so strong that that languid nature of the film is a blessing rather than a curse. The humour ranges from the gentle to the bawdy, with the alternative lifestyle of the housemates prone to some gentle but affectionate lampooning. As the two worlds collide, the effect on all parties is clear--not least Elisabeth's two children, her violent partner and her relaxed brother Göran--and the simple final scene brings the piece to a joyous crescendo.

On the DVD: Presented in a quirky manner in keeping with the film's art house origins, the interactive menu offers scene access, the cinematic trailer and a text interview with director Lukas Moodysson. The Dolby digital sound enhances the soundtrack no end, particularly ABBA's splendid "SOS", given a new, more poignant slant by its use in the film. --Phil Udell

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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars An uplifting film that really tugs at your emotions., 28 Nov 2001
Together is one of those films that you will not forget. A Swedish film centred on the experiences of the fictional 'Together' collective in the 70s, it follows the trials and tribulations of a group of people who live together because they believe in the value of community. The story is bitter-sweet; it begins with a family break-up and ends in a football match, but inbetween lies the struggle of a community to adapt to change without forgetting what is really important. Exploring some of the fundamental problems of living in a community of individuals with strong (and often varying) beliefs about how to live a better life, the collective tackles such burning issues as whether to eat meat, own a television, go naked in the kitchen or practise open relationships. And the film doesn't shy away from tough issues either; lesbianism, homosexuality, domestic violence, alcoholism, loneliness, men who dress like women, children who pretend to be Pinochet: the film has all this and more.

Beautifully acted, the film has some genuinely funny laugh-out-loud moments, combined with an almost unbearable poignancy.
I think that the overall message of this film is that women, men, and children, living together in a community is a struggle, but that it's worth it; and that fixed ideals must sometimes give way to pragmatism, but this can be a good thing. While the word utopia is never mentioned, this is what the collective is aiming for in their creation of a community that aims for something aspirational and inspirational; ultimately, they dreamed of a better way of life, and then they set out to create it. While their journey is never easy, and not all of the collective survives within the community, the group remains strong, providing a sense of 'home' that is so poweful you can almost feel it emanating from the screen. And for those who leave, there is a place for them elsewhere, in a community that provides a better fit for their values and beliefs. Sounds like utopia to me.
All this and Abba too?! Watch this film - it's magic. The characters will remain with you forever, and I defy you not to be moved by the final scene.

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars turning the Swediah prototype on its head, 7 Jul 2004
By Mr. Ian A. Macfarlane "almac1975" (Fife, Scotland) - See all my reviews
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It's an ageing hippie commune which doesn't really work, in this film. They are all nice people, quirky, sensitive, and in some cases kindly, but day-to-day life often fires on few cylinders.
What changes things is the presence of a battered wife,whose husband genuinely loves her and hates what he has done, and the children, who view the adults silently but maturely. It is very funny in places and moves, in stuttering stages, towards a warm, very happy conclusion. I loved it and would recommend it to anyone.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars PERFECT!, 19 May 2003
By A. Weston "Adrian Weston" (Brighton, UK) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Together [VHS] [2000] (VHS Tape)
This has to be one of the most 'perfect' movies I've ever seen - blending pathos and comedy in equal parts. It's also immensely nostalgic for anyone who saw 60's/70's hippydom through a child's eyes. It also has the best, most uncontrived happy ending I've seen for many a year. Buy this for a really feel good evening.
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5.0 out of 5 stars My favourite film
Lukas Moodyson's best film sees him at his most optimistic. Whilst his later works have gone on to explore the darker side of modern European life, Together manages to be... Read more
Published on 28 Feb 2006 by A. Montgomery

5.0 out of 5 stars heart-warming - really!
To describe a film as 'heart-warming'; is a bit of a cliche, but it really is the right word for 'Together'. Read more
Published on 19 Dec 2005 by Mr. Ian A. Macfarlane

5.0 out of 5 stars Hilarious, warm and exactly the way it was
I grew up in Sweden in the 70's, and can attest to this film being *very* realistic. Well, most of us grew up in regular family households rather than communes like this one -... Read more
Published on 23 Jan 2005 by Mia

4.0 out of 5 stars Drawn Together, Wishing to be Apart
Together is a Swedish comedy about a group of people living together in an intentional house. It follows the relationships of the members and people who are associated with the... Read more
Published on 14 Nov 2002 by Eric Anderson

4.0 out of 5 stars great film -- bad disc
this is really a fantastic film, and highly recommended, but it has to be said that its presentation on disc is a disgrace. Read more
Published on 26 Feb 2002

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