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The Emigrants (1971)

"a new land... a new hope... a new dream"

7.419713h 11mSV
DramaHistoryWestern

Directed by Jan Troell

Rating

7.4/10

Runtime

3h 11m

Language

SV

Release

March 8, 1971

Director

Jan Troell

Official Trailer

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Overview

Karl and Kristina Nilsson work on a farm in a cold and desolate area of 19th century rural Sweden. Growing privations, combined with increasing social and religious persecution, motivate the Nilssons and many of their neighbors to strike out for the United States. Following a treacherous ocean cross...

Cast

Max von Sydow

Max von Sydow

Karl Oskar

Liv Ullmann

Liv Ullmann

Kristina

Eddie Axberg

Eddie Axberg

Robert

Sven-Olof Bern

Sven-Olof Bern

Nils

Aina Alfredsson

Aina Alfredsson

Märta

Allan Edwall

Allan Edwall

Danjel

Monica Zetterlund

Monica Zetterlund

Ulrika

Pierre Lindstedt

Pierre Lindstedt

Arvid

Hans Alfredson

Hans Alfredson

Jonas Petter

Ulla Smidje

Ulla Smidje

Inga-Lena

Eva-Lena Zetterlund

Eva-Lena Zetterlund

Elin

Gustaf Färingborg

Gustaf Färingborg

Prosten Brusander

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Emigrants (1971), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Karl and Kristina Nilsson work on a farm in a cold and desolate area of 19th century rural Sweden. Growing privations, combined with increasing social and religious persecution, motivate the Nilssons and many of their neighbors to strike out for the United States. Following a treacherous ocean crossing and an equally grueling land passage, the emigrants find themselves in seemingly idyllic Minnesota.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Emigrants. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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