Miss Julie

Miss Julie

1951 · 90 min · ★ 6.6 · Drama, Romance

Based on the play by August Strindberg, Miss Julie vividly depicts the battle of the sexes and classes that ensues when Julie, a wealthy businessman's daughter, falls for Jean, her father's bitter servant.

Directed by Alf Sjöberg · Written by Alf Sjöberg

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