A Bastard Child (2017)

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In 1909, in an undemocratic Sweden, a bastard child is born and given the name of Hervor. Her mother is unmarried, due to which she is called a "whore' and is driven from her home. Hervor grows up at shelters and orphanages, unwanted, rejected by society. As an adult she spends her life struggling for social justice. In old age she tells us her story. Director Knutte Wester brings his grandmother's memories to life thought hand-painted animated images and has us witness someone being rejected in order to unite others. A story that all too often still repeating itself.

Director: Knutte Wester
Genre: Documentary, Animation, History
Runtime: 57 min
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Production: Bautafilm
Country: Sweden
Language: svenska
Original Language: sv

Keywords

sweden, struggle for survival, unwanted child, 1900s

More Films by Director: Knutte Wester
More Films in Genre: Documentary, Animation, History

Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Bastard Child about?
In 1909, in an undemocratic Sweden, a bastard child is born and given the name of Hervor. Her mother is unmarried, due to which she is called a "whore' and is driven from her home. Hervor grows up at shelters and orphanages, unwanted, rejected by society. As an adult she spends her life struggling for social justice. In old age she tells us her story. Director Knutte Wester brings his grandmother's memories to life thought hand-painted animated images and has us witness someone being rejected in order to unite others. A story that all too often still repeating itself.
Who directed A Bastard Child?
A Bastard Child was directed by Knutte Wester.
Who stars in A Bastard Child?
A Bastard Child stars Inga Landgré, Lo Lander Rosén, Frida Sandberg, Viktor Lander, Magnus Nilsson Mäki, Elvira Lander.
How long is A Bastard Child?
A Bastard Child has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).
What genre is A Bastard Child?
A Bastard Child is a Documentary, Animation, History film.
Where was A Bastard Child produced?
A Bastard Child was produced in Sweden.