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Death of a Hero

Death of a Hero

2024 · 14 min · Drama

To attract new members to the church, a bizarre event is organized where a young man is to fall from the church tower. The young man already has a large group of followers, and in the region, no one wants to miss this fascinating event. The film is based on Pär Lagerkvist's 100-year-old novella, which has never felt more relevant than today.

Directed by Karin Franz Körlof · Written by Karin Franz Körlof

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