Stig Gösta Henning Stigson Björkman, a renowned Swedish writer, film director, and film critic, was born on October 2, 1938, in the vibrant city of Stockholm.
As the editor of the prestigious film magazine Chaplin from 1964 to 1972, Björkman demonstrated his dedication to the art of film by authoring numerous books on the subject, as well as conducting insightful interviews with prominent filmmakers such as Ingmar Bergman, Woody Allen, and Lars von Trier.
Björkman's directorial debut came with the short film "Letitia" in 1964, followed by his feature film debut with "Jag älskar, du älskar" in 1968. His 1972 American film "Georgia, Georgia" told the captivating story of Black American singer Georgia Martin, and his 1975 film "Den vita väggen" marked a significant artistic breakthrough, with protagonist Harriet Andersson receiving multiple awards for her powerful portrayal of a divorced housewife.
Throughout his career, Björkman has frequently collaborated with the esteemed writer Sun Axelsson and has also translated a wide range of artistic, foreign cinema films into Swedish.
In addition to his work on documentary films about Ingmar Bergman, Björkman was approached by Isabella Rossellini, daughter of the legendary actress Ingrid Bergman, to create a filmography about her mother's life, based on her private diaries and the family's private film collection. The resulting two-hour film "Jag är Ingrid" premiered at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival, where Ingrid Bergman was honored as the main personality of the year.
Björkman's impressive body of work has solidified his position as a prominent figure in the world of Swedish cinema, and his dedication to the art of filmmaking continues to inspire new generations of filmmakers and film enthusiasts alike.
