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Möten i skymningen
Olle moves to Stockholm to start a new job as a printer. He rents a room by his colleague-to-be, Victor. He shares the apartment with Roffe who has a serious alcohol problem - and a very flirtatious wife, Irma. He falls in love with Irma's sister, Barbro.
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Plot Summary
A young woman finds herself drawn to a charismatic older man, leading to a complex relationship that tests societal norms. The film explores themes of love, desire, and the consequences of forbidden passions in a restrictive environment. It delves into the emotional turmoil of its characters as they navigate their feelings and the judgment of those around them.
Critical Reception
Upon its release, 'Möten i skymningen' received a mixed but generally thoughtful reception, appreciated for its mature exploration of relationships and its performances, though some found its pacing deliberate. It is often regarded as a significant work within Swedish cinema of the era for its nuanced portrayal of its characters' inner lives.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its sensitive portrayal of complex relationships.
Gunnar Björnstrand and Gertrud Fridh deliver compelling performances.
Some critics noted the film's introspective and sometimes slow-moving narrative.
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Fun Fact
The film was based on a novel by Sigrid Undset, a Nobel Prize winner.
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