The Spoon, the Bowl and the Knife

Documentary. 71 min. 2014.
Production company: Surolle c/o, Jögge Sundqvist, Bautafilm

The Spoon, the Bowl and the Knife is s story of traditional Scandinavian woodcraft, told through the life and work of craftsman Wille Sundqvist — master of the knife and axe.

This informative documentary explores the life and legacy of Swedish master craftsman Wille Sundqvist, whose deep knowledge, exceptional skill, and gift for teaching have played a key role in keeping traditional Swedish woodworking alive and thriving. Beyond serving as an important historical record, this film speaks to anyone inspired by traditional skills, natural materials, and the use of simple tools to create beautiful, enduring, and functional objects.

Director: Jögge Sundqvist
Writer: Jögge Sundqvist
Producer: Jögge Sundqvist
Co-producer: Therese Högberg
Cinematographer: Rasmus West, Simon Öhman Jönsson, Fredrik Oskarsson, Henning Sandström
Editor: Fredrik Oskarsson
Sound designer: Tonteknik recording
Graphic designer: SGC&LLLL
Narrator: Jögge Sundqvist
Music composer: Johan Cederberg

This film was produced with support from The National Swedish Handcraft Counsil. Kickstart backers. Special backers: Adrian & Joanne Lloyd and Kjell Erden. Private donation: John and Jodene Anderson, Erik Buchakian, Peter Lamb and Faith Harrington in honor of Bill Coperthwaite, Phil Teeter

Warm thanks to: Erik Buchakian, Drew Langsner, Dell Stubbs, Wille and Gunnel Sundqvist, Paul Linden, Peter Follansbee