A Somewhat Gentle Man(En ganske snill mann)

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It's a low-blood-pressure version of the kind of thing James M. Cain used to do in his sleep, and its filmmaking accomplishment is as minimalist as its narrative ambition is minimal.

Salon by Andrew O'Hehir

A pitch-perfect blend of darkness and sweetness, built around a masterful performance by a great actor.

New York Daily News by Elizabeth Weitzman

Hans Petter Moland's dry Scandinavian wit is just amusing enough to keep us interested in this dramedy.

IndieWire by Eric Kohn

Cold-blooded killers rarely look this pathetic, which testifies to the impressive balance of Skarsgård's amusingly low-key performance.

The New York Times by Jeannette Catsoulis

Patiently directed by Hans Petter Moland, Ulrik's journey back to life slowly draws you in.

Entertainment Weekly by Lisa Schwarzbaum

Skarsgard's utter finesse in the role provides a satisfying warmth.

Village Voice by Nick Pinkerton

The grungy setting and unflattering photography are only camouflage for callow, creeping sentimentality.

The A.V. Club by Noel Murray

Skarsgård brings some redemptive soul to the role of a man who gradually begins to understand the aptness of his favorite Pretenders album: "Learning To Crawl."

The Hollywood Reporter by Ray Bennett

Played for laughs drawn from characters rather than funny lines, the Norwegian film is a charmer with Stellan Skarsgard for once in a role worthy of his attention.

New York Post by V.A. Musetto

A slim story that becomes schmaltzy at the end.