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Moomin 80 years: "Readers find a kind of comfort"

Moomin is turning 80, and already in his first story about two vulnerable trolls, Tove Jansson captures our contemporary anxiety and longing. It's a bit sad, says niece Sophia Jansson.

Moomin 80 years: "Readers find a kind of comfort"

This week's films and series

Bridget Jones is dating again and in Thailand, new guests check in at The White Lotus. Here are this week's films and series.

This week's films and series

Five Films You Can't Miss at the Film Festival

This year's Golden Palm winner, a new documentary about Greta Garbo and a major film based on Tove Jansson's most beloved adult book. Tomorrow, the Stockholm Film Festival will be inaugurated – here are five of the goodies.

Five Films You Can't Miss at the Film Festival

Film Premiere for "The Summer Book"

Tove Jansson's classic novel "The Summer Book" has been made into a film – with the American actress Glenn Close in one of the roles. > I think it's such a beautiful portrayal of human beings' place in nature and their connection to it, says director Charlie McDowell at the film's premiere in London on Saturday.

Film Premiere for "The Summer Book"

You Should Read These to the Children: "Future Classics"

Mystery, fact or classic? It's easy to get lost in the jungle of children's books. Four experts give tips on books to read together during the last days of summer vacation.

You Should Read These to the Children: "Future Classics"