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The two hobos Luft-Kalle and Coal-Jocke fall asleep one midsummer evening on a hill and dream that the fairy queen gives them a gilded clay cuckoo with magical properties: if you blow on it, you get what you wish for.
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Plot Summary
A young woman from a modest background finds herself entangled in a web of deceit and societal pressures when she becomes involved with a wealthy and manipulative family. As she navigates the complexities of their world, she must confront her own desires and the consequences of her choices. The story explores themes of social class, love, and the struggle for personal identity in early 20th-century Sweden.
Critical Reception
This silent Swedish drama was a notable release of its time, praised for its sensitive portrayal of its protagonist's struggles and its atmospheric direction. While contemporary reviews highlighted its artistic merit and strong performances, its historical significance is more in its representation of Swedish cinema during the silent era.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its atmospheric direction and emotional depth.
Noted for strong performances, particularly from the lead actress.
A significant example of early Swedish cinematic drama.
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Fun Fact
The film is based on a novel by Swedish author Elin Wägner, a prominent feminist writer and journalist of the early 20th century.
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