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Sverigedemokraterna - vägen till riksdagen
About the Sweden Democrats (SD) preparations before the general election September 19, 2010. They are investing ambitiously to get into the Swedish Parliament, Riksdagen. Sweden Democrats or Swedish Democrats (Swedish: Sverigedemokraterna, SD) is a national-conservative, populist political party in Sweden founded in 1988. The party describes itself as social conservative with a nationalist foundation. The party has been characterized by others as right-wing populist or far-right, national-conservative, and anti-immigration. Jimmie Åkesson has been party leader since 2005. The Sweden Democrats crossed the 4% threshold necessary for parliamentary representation for the first time in the 2010 general election, polling 5.7% and gaining 20 seats in the Riksdag/Parliament.
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Plot Summary
This documentary chronicles the journey of the Sweden Democrats, focusing on their path to gaining parliamentary representation. It explores the party's origins, their evolving political strategies, and the key figures who shaped their rise. The film delves into the societal and political climate that allowed for their increased support.
Critical Reception
As a documentary focused on a specific political party, critical reception often centered on its perceived neutrality or bias. Reviews typically acknowledged its informative nature regarding the party's history and internal dynamics, while some debated the film's balance in presenting its subject matter. Audience reception varied significantly depending on political leanings.
What Reviewers Say
Provides a detailed look into the Sweden Democrats' historical trajectory.
Praised for its observational style in documenting the party's growth.
Subject to debate regarding its political impartiality.
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Fun Fact
The documentary was released in the same year the Sweden Democrats first entered the Swedish Parliament (Riksdagen).
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