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Directed by Per Åhlin, Lasse Persson, Alicja Jaworski, That Boy Emil leans on a strong ensemble — Astrid Lindgren, Gustav Föghner, Tilda Ramde — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about family titles of 2013.
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