Den stora stenen
Den stora stenen

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Den stora stenen

1976
Movie
35 min
Swedish

Documentary film maker Anders Wahlgren interviews the artist Peter Tillberg.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: Kjell SundvallGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

The film depicts the dramatic events surrounding the discovery of a large stone in a small Swedish village. As the villagers grapple with the implications of this unusual find, personal relationships and community dynamics are put to the test. The story explores themes of tradition, change, and the human response to the extraordinary.

Critical Reception

While information on critical reception for this specific film is scarce in English-language sources, Swedish film archives and historical reviews suggest it was a notable domestic production of its time. It is generally regarded as a character-driven drama that resonated with local audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its realistic portrayal of rural Swedish life.

  • Often cited for its compelling character studies.

  • Appreciated for its atmospheric storytelling.

Google audience: Audience reception data from Google is not widely available for this older, regionally specific Swedish film.

Fun Fact

The film's setting in a small Swedish village aims to capture a specific sense of community and the impact of an unusual event on everyday life.

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