Directing
Lasse Hallström
Born June 2, 1946 · Stockholm, Sweden (age 80)
Lars Sven "Lasse" Hallström (born June 2, 1946) is a Swedish film director. He has been nominated for three Academy Awards: two for My Life as a Dog (Mitt liv som hund) (1985) (Best Director and Best Adapted Screenplay) and one for The Cider House Rules (1999) (Best Director). Hallström learned his craft making music videos, in particular for the group ABBA. Since the international success of My L…
Known For
The Map That Leads to You · 2025The Map That Leads to You
★ 6.72025
MovieRomanceDrama
Heather is a young woman traveling Europe with friends before starting her perfectly planned life. A chance meeting with Jack sparks an unexpected romance that leads to deep emotional discovery. As secrets and life choices test their bond, her path changes forever.
Hachi: A Dog's Tale · 2009Hachi: A Dog's Tale
★ 8.02009
MovieDramaFamily
Professor Wilson discovers a lost Akita puppy on his way home. Despite objections from his wife, Hachi endears himself to the family and grows to be Parker's loyal companion. As their bond grows deeper, a beautiful relationship unfolds.
A Dog's Purpose · 2017A Dog's Purpose
★ 7.62017
MovieAdventureFantasy
A dog goes on quest to discover his purpose in life over the course of several lifetimes with multiple owners.
What's Eating Gilbert Grape · 1993What's Eating Gilbert Grape
★ 7.71993
MovieRomanceDrama
Gilbert Grape is a small-town young man with a lot of responsibility. Chief among his concerns are his mother, who is so overweight that she can't leave the house, and his mentally impaired younger brother, Arnie, who has a knack for finding trouble. Settled into a job at a grocery store and an ongoing affair with local woman Betty Carver, Gilbert finally has his life shaken up by the free-spirited Becky.
The Cider House Rules · 1999The Cider House Rules
★ 7.11999
MovieDrama
Homer is an orphan who was never adopted, becoming the favorite of orphanage director Dr. Larch. Dr. Larch imparts his full medical knowledge on Homer, who becomes a skilled, albeit unlicensed, physician. But Homer yearns for a self-chosen life outside the orphanage. What will Homer learn about life and love in the cider house? What of the destiny that Dr. Larch has planned for him?
The Nutcracker and the Four Realms · 2018The Nutcracker and the Four Realms
★ 6.12018
MovieFamilyFantasy
When Clara’s mother leaves her a mysterious gift, she embarks on a journey to four secret realms—where she discovers her greatest strength could change the world.
Safe Haven · 2013Safe Haven
★ 7.22013
MovieRomanceThriller
A young woman with a mysterious past lands in Southport, North Carolina where her bond with a widower forces her to confront the dark secret that haunts her.
An Unfinished Life · 2005An Unfinished Life
★ 6.82005
MovieDrama
Stoic and heartbroken, Einar Gilkyson quietly lives in the rugged Wyoming ranchlands alongside his only trusted friend, Mitch Bradley. One day, the woman he blames for the death of his only son arrives at his door broke, desperate, and with a granddaughter he's never known. But even as buried anger and accusations resurface, the way is opened for unexpected connection, adventure, and forgiveness.
