Award-Winning Film Spotlighting DN Photographer Tomas Ohlsson Wins Prestigious Prize at Göteborg Film Festival

The short film 'Det som finns kvar av mig,' directed by Christer Wahlberg, has received the esteemed Startsladden award at the Göteborg Film Festival. Startsladden is recognized as one of the world’s largest short film awards, and the prize carries a value of 425,000 kronor, aimed at supporting filmmakers in advancing their careers. The film combines documentary and animation to tell the poignant story of Tomas Ohlsson, a DN photographer who suffers a life-altering collapse and wakes up unable to move, struggling to care for himself and his child. The jury praised the film for its unique and personal storytelling, describing it as a deeply moving narrative that invites the audience into a rarely seen life experience.

In addition to this, Christine Leuhusen was honored with a Startsladden award for cinematography for her work on the film 'Utan Kelly,' which includes a 150,000 kronor grant to further explore personal expression through visual craftsmanship. This recognition highlights the notable contributions of DN photographers to visual storytelling and film culture in Sweden.

The awards reflect the strong presence and creative influence of DN photographers within both photography and cinematic arts, celebrating their ability to craft compelling narratives that resonate deeply with audiences.