A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren (2026)

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“Pippi Longstocking“ has been translated into 70 languages and sold more than 60 million copies. The film tells the story of her “mother“, famous Swedish author Astrid Lindgren. When young an still unknown, she starts a diary on September 1, 1939. Full of despair about the world, she is in conversation with herself and discovers the healing power of writing. As WWII ends with millions dead and the destruction of Europe, her first book about rebellious Pippi is published.

Director: Wilfried Hauke
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 98 min
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Country: Germany, Sweden
Language: Deutsch, svenska
Original Language: sv
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What is A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren about?
“Pippi Longstocking“ has been translated into 70 languages and sold more than 60 million copies. The film tells the story of her “mother“, famous Swedish author Astrid Lindgren. When young an still unknown, she starts a diary on September 1, 1939. Full of despair about the world, she is in conversation with herself and discovers the healing power of writing. As WWII ends with millions dead and the destruction of Europe, her first book about rebellious Pippi is published.
Who directed A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren?
A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren was directed by Wilfried Hauke.
Who stars in A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren?
A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren stars Sofia Pekkari, Tom Sommerlatte, Karin Nyman.
How long is A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren?
A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren has a runtime of 1h 38m (98 minutes).
What genre is A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren?
A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren is a Documentary film.
Where was A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren produced?
A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren was produced in Germany, Sweden.