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Land of Dreams

Year1988
Directed byJan Troell
Made inSweden
See it on en.wikipedia.org

At a glance

*Land of Dreams* is Jan Troell’s 1988 Swedish essay film, also known by its Swedish title, *Sagolandet*. Using reportages from Sweden, Troell considers how the country changed from his childhood and questions a society he sees as giving rationality precedence over creativity. These segments are interwoven with conversations with American existential psychologist Rollo May, politician Ingvar Carlsson before he became Sweden’s prime minister, and former prime minister Tage Erlander. Filming took place between 1983 and 1986. The film is listed as a documentary and its language is English. Its approach combines observations of contemporary Sweden with reflections on social change and discussions with three figures from psychology and politics. For viewers interested in Troell’s view of Sweden, it brings those elements together in an essay-film format.

Who it is for

It suits viewers interested in Swedish society and reflections on change, creativity and rationality. Students of documentary may also be drawn to its blend of reportages and conversations.

What is good

  • Combines reportages with conversations
  • Features Rollo May, Ingvar Carlsson and Tage Erlander
  • Directed by Jan Troell
  • Filming took place from 1983 to 1986

What to know first

  • Released in 1988

Verdict

*Land of Dreams* joins observations of Sweden with conversations and reflections on social change. It may appeal to viewers looking for a documentary essay rather than a single-subject profile.

Details

Year
1988wikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
Director
Jan Troellwikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
Country
Swedenwikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
IMDb
tt0096024wikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026

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