The Last Sentence

A slow, serious historical drama that feels like a moral weighing of a stubborn man's public courage and private failings.

Directed by

Jan Troell

Genres

Drama, History

Starring

Jesper Christensen, Pernilla August, Ulla Skoog

Tagline

In the face of evil, one man refused to be silent.

Overview

Renowned journalist Torgny Segerstedt declares war against Hitler as he criticizes Swedish politicians who tried to look away from the tyranny of the Nazis with the good excuse of “neutralism”. His only weapon is his pen and his life is full of gossip such as an affair with his boss’ wife, a love scandal with a secretary younger than his daughter, and the suicide of his wife. However, he continues to fight a one man battle against Hitler and the Nazi regime until his death, throwing the question “Can one person really change history?” to the audience.

How it feels

Earnest, melancholic, tense and dark. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Politics, media, betrayal, guilt

Content

Mild sexual content and language. No violence or gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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