The King (2023)

The King (2023) poster

A story about Carl XVI Gustaf who became the world’s youngest king. The father dies when the crown prince is only nine months old and he grows up with an obligation from which he cannot escape. In the course of two years, the director Karin af Klintberg gets to interview him. The film consists of their meetings, intermixed with scenes from the spectacle that surrounds him. A modern and poetic film about the king in which he is placed in settings we rarely otherwise see him.

Director: Karin af Klintberg
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 98 min
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Cast

Music: Katharina Nuttall
Cinematography: Pia Lehto
Editing: Amalie Westerlin Tjellesen, David Andersson
Production: SF Studios, Nexiko
Country: Sweden
Language: svenska
Original Language: sv

Keywords

carl xvi gustaf, carl gustaf, king carl gustaf, swedish king

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The King about?
A story about Carl XVI Gustaf who became the world’s youngest king. The father dies when the crown prince is only nine months old and he grows up with an obligation from which he cannot escape. In the course of two years, the director Karin af Klintberg gets to interview him. The film consists of their meetings, intermixed with scenes from the spectacle that surrounds him. A modern and poetic film about the king in which he is placed in settings we rarely otherwise see him.
Who directed The King?
The King was directed by Karin af Klintberg.
Who stars in The King?
The King stars King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden, Karin af Klintberg, Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden, Princess Christina Mrs. Magnuson, Sauli Niinistö, Iggy Pop.
How long is The King?
The King has a runtime of 1h 38m (98 minutes).
What genre is The King?
The King is a Documentary film.
Where was The King produced?
The King was produced in Sweden.