The international success Heartbeat landed on the prestigious Sunday Times bestseller list on the first week of its release.
Now the book becomes film in the hands of the talented Swedish director Jonas Åkerlund. Known for his groundbreaking music videos for Madonna, Lady Gaga and The Rolling Stones, movies and tv-series, he is considered one of the worlds most influential visual creators.
– I have lived a life both on and off the tennis court, says Björn Borg. Jonas wants to explore both those sides, and I feel that the timing is right for that. He has the perspective, energy and courage to tell my story in the proper way.