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The Slingshot

Drama

1993, Movie, 1h 42min

Stockholm in the 1920s. Young Roland lives with his socialist father, Jewish mother and a boxing brother. His mother sells condoms illegally, and from them, Roland makes slingshots which he sells. His rebellious ways has gotten him the special attention of his school teacher, who always makes sure that Roland is punished. Roland also tries to make extra money by repairing bicycles, a successful business that in the end lands him in hot water.

Country: Sweden,Denmark

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Critic Heidi Rice

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...more proof that the coming-of-age drama is one of the things that the Swedish do best.

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Ronny Svensson

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En modern svensk klassiker, tyvärr lite bortglömd…

3 years ago

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In 1920s Stockholm, a young boy named Roland struggles to find his place in a world filled with prejudice and discrimination. With a socialist father and a Jewish mother, Roland is constantly bullied and punished by his peers and teachers. But when he discovers a hidden talent for making slingshots from stolen condoms, Roland learns to defend himself and stand up against his tormentors. As he navigates the complexities of growing up, Roland must confront the harsh realities of his life and decide what kind of person he wants to become. Will he choose to follow in his father's footsteps or forge his own path?

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