The Serious Game

The Serious Game

1945 · 106 min · ★ 3.7 · Drama

Arvid share the love with a young woman named Lydia, but as is customary at the turn of the century, is not love enough for a fairy tale to come true. While Arvid struggling to create the basis for their existence, Lydia's thirst for the good life leads her to marrying an older wealthy man.

Directed by Rune Carlsten · Written by Rune Carlsten

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