Astrid

Born in 1907, Astrid Lindgren grew up in a strongly religious environment in rural Sweden. Throughout her life she bore traces of a secret which she turned into stories about strong girls and lonely boys. She became an icon to a whole world. She influenced politics and the public debate. Taught us respect for the children and was an activist against war, racism and nuclear power. Kristina Lindström’s documentary tells the story of Astrid Lindgren’s life and time through hitherto unknown footage, letters and stills.

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