---
title: "All Things Fair"
year: 1995
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/all-things-fair-1995"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 27098
imdb_id: "tt0113720"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 125
community_rating: 6.4
vote_count: 176
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# All Things Fair (1995) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/all-things-fair-1995

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film "All Things Fair" explores a complex relationship set in 1943 Malmö. A fifteen-year-old boy named Stig develops feelings for his teacher Viola, who is significantly older than him. Viola, married to a man she finds unfaithful and abusive, sees Stig as an escape from her difficult domestic situation. The story examines the emotional dynamics between the two characters, highlighting their mutual attraction and the circumstances that draw them together during a challenging period in their lives. The setting of wartime Sweden adds another layer to their story, providing a backdrop of social tension and personal uncertainty. Their connection becomes central to both characters' experiences, offering them temporary relief from their respective troubles. The narrative focuses on the development of this unusual bond and how it affects each person involved. Through its portrayal of youthful innocence and adult desperation, the film presents a study of human relationships under pressure. The characters navigate their feelings within the constraints of societal expectations and personal hardship.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A teenage student and his teacher navigate a complicated, forbidden relationship in neutral World War II Sweden."

### Why Watch
- compelling performances
- thought-provoking exploration of moral boundaries
- final work of director Bo Widerberg

### Caveats & Content Note
- features mature themes regarding power dynamics
- slow-paced narrative
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains mature themes involving a teacher-student relationship and marital conflict.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: period drama, coming-of-age, intense, emotional

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Hoopla, FlixHouse, Fawesome | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | Tubi TV | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Hoopla | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Bo Widerberg
- **Networks / Studios**: Per Holst Filmproduktion, Det Danske Filminstitut, Nordisk Film & TV Fond

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Johan Widerberg** as *Stig*
- **Marika Lagercrantz** as *Viola*
- **Tomas von Brömssen** as *Kjell*
- **Karin Huldt** as *Lisbet*
- **Nina Gunke** as *Stig's Mother*
- **Kenneth Milldoff** as *Stig's Father*
- **Björn Kjellman** as *Sigge*
- **Frida Lindholm** as *Olga*
- **Sigge Cederlund** as *Cinema Operator*
- **Monica Stenbeck** as *Gym Teacher*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the film about?
It follows a 15-year-old student named Stig who enters into a complex, forbidden relationship with his older teacher, Viola.

### Q: When is the film set?
The story takes place in 1943 during World War II in Malmo, Sweden.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was written and directed by Bo Widerberg.

### Q: Is this Bo Widerberg's final film?
Yes, it is noted as being his final film.

### Q: What is the original title?
The original Swedish title is Lust och fägring stor.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [ALL Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster](https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/all)
- [ALL | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary](https://dictionary.cambridge.org/us/dictionary/english/all)
- [ALL Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com](https://www.dictionary.com/browse/all)
- [ALL - Meaning & Translations | Collins English Dictionary](https://www.collinsdictionary.com/english-language-learning/all)
- [all, adj., pron., n., adv., conj. meanings, etymology and more | Oxford ...](https://www.oed.com/dictionary/all_adj)
- [all - WordReference.com Dictionary of English](https://www.wordreference.com/definition/all)

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