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Under the Sun (2001)

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Reviews Counted:6

Fresh:5

Rotten:1

Average Rating:7.0/10

Consensus: A modest and touching story about first love.

Rated: Not Rated

Runtime: 1 hr 58 mins

Genre: Comedies

Theatrical Release:Aug 3, 2001 Limited

Synopsis: Set in the Swedish countryside in 1956, UNDER THE SUN is the tale of a lonesome middle-aged farmer, Olef (Rolf Lassgard). He has one friend, Erik (Johan Widerberg) who helps him with some of the... Set in the Swedish countryside in 1956, UNDER THE SUN is the tale of a lonesome middle-aged farmer, Olef (Rolf Lassgard). He has one friend, Erik (Johan Widerberg) who helps him with some of the work on the farm, but for the most part he lives a solitary life. That is, until he decides to hire a housekeeper. The gorgeous blond, Ellen (Helena Bergstrom), who shows up to take the position sweeps him off his feet. Although an inevitable love triangle develops between Rolf, Ellen, and the jealous Erik, UNDER THE SUN keeps its focus on the beautiful rural landscape and maintains a light and joyous mood. [More]

Starring: Rolf Lassgard, Helena Bergstrom, Johan Widerberg, Gunilla Roor

Starring: Rolf Lassgard, Helena Bergstrom, Johan Widerberg, Gunilla Roor, Linda Ulvaeus, Jonas Falk

Director: Colin Nutley

Director: Colin Nutley
Screenwriter: Johanna Hald, David Neal, Colin Nutley

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