Love, Swedish Style
Love, Swedish Style

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Love, Swedish Style

1972
Movie
83 min
English

Based on news article about a noted Detroit car designer who hired a beautiful girl from Sweden as his maid. Her beauty quickly becomes so legendary that she ends up having countless rich and famous admirers and leaving for Hollywood.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Torgny AnderbergGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

In this Swedish comedy, a naive young woman from the countryside ventures to the city in search of love and excitement. She encounters a variety of colorful characters and experiences a series of humorous situations as she navigates the complexities of modern relationships and urban life. The film follows her journey of self-discovery and her often-misguided attempts at romance.

Critical Reception

While not a widely distributed film internationally, 'Love, Swedish Style' was generally seen as a lighthearted and charming romantic comedy in its native Sweden, appreciated for its gentle humor and depiction of societal shifts.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its innocent charm and comedic situations.

  • Seen as a pleasant, if somewhat predictable, romantic escapade.

  • Appreciated for its portrayal of rural meets urban dynamics.

Google audience: Audience reviews, where available, generally highlight the film's whimsical nature and the protagonist's endearing naivety. Some viewers found the humor a bit dated, while others enjoyed its nostalgic feel.

Fun Fact

The film was part of a wave of Swedish comedies in the early 1970s that often explored themes of modernization and changing social norms.

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