Cast
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Anders Lönnbro
as Kennet Ahl
Bodil Mårtensson
as Karin
Roland Jansson
as Roland Bergström
Weiron Holmberg
as Curt Storm
Siv Ericks
as Karin's mother
Carl-Axel Heiknert
as Karin's father
Pale Olofsson
as Varan
Mariann Rudberg
as Assistant
Anders Granström
as Police
Roland Hedlund
as Sundsvall's Jesus
Bo Högberg
as Roten Sandgren
Gustav Kling
as Olof
Iwar Wiklander
as
Peter Stormare
as Prisoner
Gurli Svedlund
as
Crew
Director
- Christer Dahl
Writer
- Anders Lönnbro
- Bodil Mårtensson
- Christer Dahl
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Lyftet examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Christer Dahl brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1978, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Lyftet took approximately 5 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 117 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 167 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
- The musical score contains over 65 unique compositions.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 1978, when this film was released:
- Environmental awareness was growing as a social concern.
- Disco music dominated popular culture.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: January 20, 1978
- Runtime: 1h 57m