Goliath (2019)
Goliat is set in a small industrial town somewhere in Sweden. When Roland is sentenced to prison, his son, 16-year old Kimmie, is expected to provide for the family by taking over his dad's criminal business. This is a task he's not ready for. The film's depicting a boy's brutal entry into adult life and examines aspects of social heritage and patriarchal structures, at a time when the welfare is declining and Sweden is at change.
Director: Peter Grönlund
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 88 min
Release Date: February 7, 2019
Cast
- Sebastian Ljungblad - Kimmie
- Joakim Sällquist - Roland
- Cornelia Andersson - Jonna
- Davina Robinson - Carina
- Holger Johansson - Kevin
- Elina Eriksson - Sara
- Elisabeth Augander - Kätty
- Sampo Sarkola - Örjan
- Stefan Ravenscroft - Eilers
- Tommy Lyrehag - Malmnäs
Screenplay
Music: Johan Testad
Cinematography: Gösta Reiland
Editing: Dino Jonsäter
Production: SVT, Film Capital Stockholm, B-Reel Films, Reel Ventures
Country: Sweden
Language: svenska
Original Language: sv
More Films by Director: Peter Grönlund
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Goliath about?
- Goliat is set in a small industrial town somewhere in Sweden. When Roland is sentenced to prison, his son, 16-year old Kimmie, is expected to provide for the family by taking over his dad's criminal business. This is a task he's not ready for. The film's depicting a boy's brutal entry into adult life and examines aspects of social heritage and patriarchal structures, at a time when the welfare is declining and Sweden is at change.
- Who directed Goliath?
- Goliath was directed by Peter Grönlund.
- Who stars in Goliath?
- Goliath stars Sebastian Ljungblad, Joakim Sällquist, Cornelia Andersson, Davina Robinson, Holger Johansson, Elina Eriksson.
- How long is Goliath?
- Goliath has a runtime of 1h 28m (88 minutes).
- What genre is Goliath?
- Goliath is a Drama film.
- Where was Goliath produced?
- Goliath was produced in Sweden.