Släkten är värst
Släkten är värst

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Släkten är värst

1936
Movie
77 min
Swedish

A bachelor in Stockholm must invent a family to be able to get financial support from his aunt Anna. Everything is going well until she arrives on an unexpected visit.

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Director: Thorvald EricssonGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

A humorous tale revolving around the eccentricities and entanglements of a Swedish family. The film explores the humorous situations that arise from familial relationships, misunderstandings, and social expectations of the era. It follows various characters as they navigate love, money, and domestic life with comedic results.

Critical Reception

This early Swedish comedy was generally well-received by audiences for its lighthearted entertainment and comedic performances. While specific critical reviews from the era are scarce, the film is remembered as a charming example of Swedish popular cinema from the 1930s, focusing on relatable family dynamics.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lighthearted and amusing take on family life.

  • Appreciated for its comedic performances and entertaining plot.

  • Seen as a charming example of Swedish comedy from its time.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific film from 1936 is not readily available. However, films of this era typically garnered appreciation for their escapism and humor.

Fun Fact

The film's title, "Släkten är värst", translates to "The family is the worst" in English, a common Swedish idiom used humorously to describe the sometimes challenging but ultimately beloved nature of family relationships.

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