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202382 minPGdocumentary

Vintersaga

202382 minPGdocumentary

Through 24 stanzas, the film presents a mix of situations and people, each expressing their doubts, memories, and dreams in a cold Swedish setting.

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Through 24 stanzas, the film presents a mix of situations and people, each expressing their doubts, memories, and dreams in a cold Swedish setting.

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Carl Olsson

Carl Olssondirector

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Cold winds sweep across Sweden as diverse individuals share their stories. Memories, doubts, and dreams surface in 24 distinct stanzas. Each stanza presents a different situation, forming a collective portrait of contemporary Sweden. Directed by Carl Olsson, Vintersaga runs for 82 minutes. It captures moments that reflect the country’s somber essence. The film blends music and imagery to convey the depth of Swedish life and emotions in a land marked by its climate.

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