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200963 minPGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

The Secret

200963 minPGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

A family secret revealed in 1985 changed the life of Carl-Ivar Nilsson, a well-known actor from the Swedish series Hem till byn.

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Carl Pontus Hjorthén,

Martin Jönsson

Synopsis

A family secret revealed in 1985 changed the life of Carl-Ivar Nilsson, a well-known actor from the Swedish series Hem till byn.

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Carl Pontus Hjorthén

Carl Pontus Hjorthéndirector

Martin Jönssondirector

Carl-Ivar Nilssoncast

Kent Andersson

Kent Anderssoncast

Bengt Bratt

Bengt Brattcast

Synopsis

Carl-Ivar Nilsson, a well-known actor from the Swedish series Hem till byn, faced a family secret revealed in 1985. This revelation changed his relationships and public persona. The documentary details how Nilsson and his family coped with the emotional challenges that followed. It captures testimonies from those close to him, reflecting on the personal truth behind the facade of fame. Directed by Carl Pontus Hjorthén, the film runs for 63 minutes and was produced in Sweden.

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