1939
"For many of us, the war meant the beginning of freedom."
Originally released in 1989. 1939 is a drama/war film. directed by Göran Carmback. With a runtime of 3h 13m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Helene Egelund, Helena Bergström, and Per Morberg
Synopsis
When the war breaks out, Annika lives with her parents in Värmland, close to the border to Norway. Her cousin Harald is a dealer in the black market but has to escape from the police to Norway. Annika moves to Stockholm and gets a job as a waitress. She meets the happy-go-lucky Berit and together they have a wonderful time. She also meets a young man, Bengt, whom she marries. But almost immediately she discovers that her husband is different from the man who was courting her. Plot by Mattias Thuresson.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 23, 1989
36 years ago
Runtime
3h 13m
193 minutes total
User Rating
4.5/10
Mixed (15 votes)
Language
SV
Original language
Country
Sweden
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- SV
Production Companies
- SF Studios
- Svenska Filminstitutet
- SVT
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1939 about?
When the war breaks out, Annika lives with her parents in Värmland, close to the border to Norway. Her cousin Harald is a dealer in the black market but has to escape from the police to Norway. An...
Who directed 1939?
1939 was directed by Göran Carmback.
How long is 1939?
1939 has a runtime of 3 hours and 13 minutes (193 minutes total).
When was 1939 released?
1939 was released on December 23, 1989 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in 1939?
The main cast of 1939 includes Helene Egelund, Helena Bergström, Per Morberg, Ingvar Hirdwall, Anita Ekström.