Directed by:
Lasse HallströmScreenplay:
Robert CaswellCinematography:
Paul OnoratoCast:
Agnetha Fältskog, Anni-Frid Lyngstad, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson, Stig Anderson, Lena Maria Gårdenäs-Lawton, Michael ManssonPlots(1)
Combining fiction and documentary, the film follows the ABBA Australian tour, and the efforts of a poor local journalist trying to get an interview with the band. Never mind the silly plotline; the truest moments of exaltation are experienced on stage with Frida, Agnetha, Benny and Björn.
Emilia Mölsä / Translation: Timo Koski
(DocPoint)
Reviews (1)
Abba was the music of my childhood, and this film was specifically associated with their best songs. However, to be honest, apart from those songs, the movie doesn't offer much. The screenplay is weak, and the story itself is almost nonexistent. It only serves as a frail bridge between individual musical numbers. As for the documentary, it is too arranged. Overall impression: 40%.
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