Film

A Stranger Came by Train

1974Directed by Lars G. Thelestam

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Released
Runtime
1h 47m

About A Stranger Came by Train

  • Crime
  • Drama

Synopsis

An American gangster of Swedish origins returns to his homeland to set up shop as a morality crusader, much in the manner of the later phenomenon of televangelists. While indulging in behind-the-scene shenanigans including rape and murder, the gangster (played by American Clu Gulagher) preaches to large audiences, using mass hypnotism and show-biz razzmatazz to get his message across. The film also features a brief performance by Per Oscarsson, following his highly publicized "retirement" from screen acting.

Director
  • Lars G. Thelestam
Writers
  • Max Lundgren
  • Lars G. Thelestam
Original title
Gangsterfilmen

Principal cast

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