 He has since directed a string of films with different styles and public appeal, as well as continued to write both poetry and novels.In 2007, "The Guardian" ranked Moodysson eleventh in its list of the world’s best directors, describing his directorial style as “heartfelt and uncompromising.”

Born in Lund, Moodysson grew up in Åkarp, Skåne County as an outcast, expressing himself through poetry.By the time he was 23 he had written five poetry collections and a novel published by Wahlström & Widstrand.