
The film centers on Algot Söderholm's two daughters, beautiful Magda and plain, less desirable Lena. Adapted from the 1910 play by Ernst Fastbom.


If you're looking for something to put on while you actually pay attention, this might be a stretch for most people today. It is a slow, grainy trip back to 1924 Sweden. I think people who love old theater history or just like seeing how rural life used to be staged will find it neat. If you need explosions or a plot...

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Erik A. Petschler

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"If you're looking for something to put on while you actually pay attention, this might be a stretch for most people today. It is a slow, grainy trip back to 1924 Sweden. I think people who love old theater history or just like seeing how rural life used to be staged will find it neat. If you need explosions or a plot that doesn't involve people standing in kitchens for ten minutes, you'll probably hate it. The story is pretty simple. You have Algot Söderholm who has two daughters: Magda, who..."
Nils Åhsberg
Ernst Fastbom
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