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University Lecturer
Country of origin
Sweden
Lecturer in Religious Studies with media focus, Dalarna University, Falun
Doctor of Theology, Sociology of Religion, Uppsala 2008
Dissertation on “Film and Meaning. A Study on the Reception of Fiction Films, the Audience, and Existential Questions”
Studies in the History of Economics, Arabic, and Religion at Uppsala University
 

Articles

Ethical Challenges and Religious Diversity
On the background of a rewarding experience jury member Tomas Axelson highlights three outstanding films of the Venice festival programme 2014
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Current issues

The 2026 Oscar Winners
Following the promising nominations, the Oscar ceremony felt like a disappointment. For the first time, the Academy had nominated international films such as “Sentimental Value” from Norway and “Secret Agent” from Brazil in the Best Picture category. Yet in the end, it was American productions that walked away with all the awards.
Film Festival Tampere 2026: Prize of the Church Media Foundation
Film director Selma Vilhunen has won the Church Media Foundation’s 2026 prize for her documentary film 'Gate to Paradise' (Portti Paratiisiin).

Events

15.02.2026
Silent Green, Berlin
Ecumenical Reception at the Berlinale 2026
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16.02.2025
Haus der EKD, Charlottenstraße 53/54, 10117 Berlin
Ecumenical Reception at the Berlinale
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