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Six Swedish Girls in a Boarding School
Miss Klein runs a boarding-school. The girls that go there are really "free spirited." They chloroform a peeping Tom, lock two plumbers in the dormitories, strip for a gamekeeper and tease their gym teacher. In class, their biology teacher gets carried away while giving a demonstration of sex positions with the gym teacher. In the meantime, one of the girls makes some exciting alterations to their bicycles to make their rides more enjoyable.
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Plot Summary
This film follows the lives of six young women attending a Swedish boarding school. It explores their burgeoning desires, friendships, and the challenges they face as they navigate adolescence and their developing identities within the strict confines of the institution. The narrative delves into their personal journeys, focusing on themes of sexuality, rebellion, and the search for independence.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed reviews, often noted for its explicit content and attempts to portray female sexuality. While some critics acknowledged its exploration of themes relevant to young women, others found its narrative shallow and its erotic elements gratuitous. It has since gained a cult following for its depiction of a specific era and its bold approach to controversial subjects.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its frank depiction of female sexuality for its time.
Criticized for a weak narrative and excessive use of erotic scenes.
Considered a notable, albeit controversial, entry in European erotic cinema of the late 1970s.
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Fun Fact
The film was notable for its explicit content which pushed boundaries for mainstream cinema in 1979, particularly in its portrayal of female desire.
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