Under the Sun (1998)
Original title: Under solen
Under the Sun is a 1998 Swedish-language drama movie directed by Colin Nutley, with a running time of 2h 10m. It stars Rolf Lassgård, Helena Bergström and Johan Widerberg.
Olof lives alone on his family's farm after the death of his mother. Unable to read and write, he is dependent on his younger friend, Erik, who helps him in the afternoons. Once a sailor, Erik brags of having known hundreds of women. Out of the blue, Olof advertises in the local paper for a young lady housekeeper, and Ellen, a middle-class city woman, arrives to take over the house and, as the summer goes on, Olof's heart and Erik's desire as well.
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What is Under the Sun about?
Olof lives alone on his family's farm after the death of his mother. Unable to read and write, he is dependent on his younger friend, Erik, who helps him in the afternoons. Once a sailor, Erik brags of having known hundreds of women. Out of the blue, Olof advertises in the local paper for a young lady housekeeper, and Ellen, a middle-class city woman, arrives to take over the house and, as the summer goes on, Olof's heart and Erik's desire as well.
When was Under the Sun released?
Under the Sun was released on 25 December 1998.
How long is Under the Sun?
Under the Sun runs 2h 10m.
Who made Under the Sun?
Under the Sun was directed by Colin Nutley.