20/10, 2026 - Svensk film med Adi & Lisa
Summary
In this episode of Godmorgon, host Marcus Tapper welcomes Lisa Dahlin and director Adi Omonovic to discuss their upcoming film, Drama Kings, which premieres in Swedish cinemas. The conversation covers the film’s kidnapping plot, the challenges of independent Swedish filmmaking, and the current state of the local film industry. They also delve into the creative processes of directing, editing, and improvisation, sharing anecdotes from past projects and their experiences with the Golden Globe awards.
Topics discussed
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IMAX commercial and intro
Introduction of guests and film focus
Twin brothers and the film 'Drama Kings'
The kidnapping plot and Sara Sommerfeldt
The twist and the heist genre
Writing process and the five-year rule
The current state of Swedish cinema
Danish model and Swedish film funding
Why people don't watch Swedish films
Lisa's love for solitude and cinema
The empty cinema in Malmö
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Hunger Games and the failed shopping center
Editing as a second chance to direct
Working with directors and music
The 'yes' moment in editing
Dealing with on-set limitations
Getting actors to believe the idea
Working with professional actors
The challenge of choosing takes
Improvisation in film
Balancing script and improvisation
Ruben Östlund's casting methods
The difficulty of acting
The physical toll of acting
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IMAX commercial
The low-budget filming experience
Praising Vilma Lydén's performance
The success of 'The Entertainment System is Down'
The documentary about Ruben Östlund
Working with C.G. Eklund
The 1 hour 15 minute rule
Guldbagge nomination for editing
The Zoom Guldbagge gala
Not winning the Guldbagge
How Corona changed viewing habits
The missed opportunity for a box office hit
The debate on debutant actors winning awards
Evaluating acting performances
Casting for the right story
The Micke Persbrandt effect
Lifetime achievement awards
Awards for comedy actors
A joke about pensioners and heists
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Johan Glanz's dramatic performance
Stand-up comedians in drama roles
The frustration of being disbelieved
Working with a twin brother
The benefits of unfiltered feedback
Staying motivated on a low-budget film
Growing up together
The worker and the philosopher
The influence of two cultures
Cultural clashes in their stories
Subtle details of immigrant life
Avoiding stereotypes in film
The reality of inclusion in the industry
The need to say it themselves
Funding and the immigrant narrative
Using their background to their advantage
The multicultural appeal in the US
The missing Balkan football podcast
Balkan culture in Sweden
The Balkan network in the film industry
The 'all or nothing' Balkan mentality
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Different waves of immigration
The Balkan Steakhouse recommendation
The search for Balkan food
Balkan products in Swedish stores
Filming for Plevi Trade
The 'helpar' experience
Balkan culture in Malmö
Wrapping up and promoting the film
Lisa's stand-up tour
Performing while sick
The 'headache girl' persona
The word of the day: 'stagad'
Outro and subscription info
Brief pause
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