Jösta Hagelbäck - Actor Profile

Jösta Hagelbäck

Directing
Updated: May 11, 2026
7Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 13, 1945
Birth Place: Kolsva, Västmanlands län, Sweden

About Jösta Hagelbäck

Jösta Hagelbäck, born Nils Gösta Hagelbäck, was a Swedish film-director, writer, actor, poet, artist and musician. Studied the film directing program at the Dramatic Institute, Stockholm, in the 70's. Jösta Hagelbäck was considered an offbeat and gifted artist. An invitation to Hollywood took hom nowhere. But the feature film "Kejsaren/The Emperor" (1979) did. He directed a number of feature films, documentaries, music videos and television productions. The cinematographer Thomas Ljungqvist made in 2005 the award-winning documentary film about Jösta Hagelbäck called "Desperadon från Kolsva".

Jösta Hagelbäck Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Jösta Hagelbäck reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 7 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Jösta Hagelbäck's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 43% of Jösta Hagelbäck's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Henry's Shadow, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Jösta Hagelbäck Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jösta Hagelbäck's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Jösta Hagelbäck has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

Jösta Hagelbäck - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jösta Hagelbäck?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jösta Hagelbäck is "Henry's Shadow" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Jösta Hagelbäck acted in?

Jösta Hagelbäck has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jösta Hagelbäck?

Other notable films include "Venus 90", "Near and Far Away", and "Jösta Hagelbäck & Werner Herzog".

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