Midsommardansen (1971)
A group of young people gathered on the countryside to celebrate midsummer dancing, drinking and romancing. And some fighting too. Followed by more violence, jealousy and guilt. On the journey home one of the cars the travel in collides with a bus.
Details
Budget
$0
Rating
5/10 (1 votes)
Status
Released
Production Companies
Sisu Film
About Midsommardansen
The 1971 Swedish drama "Midsommardansen" depicts a midsummer celebration that deviates from idyllic festivities. The film follows a group of young people who gather in the countryside, intending to spend the occasion dancing, drinking, and pursuing romance. However, the atmosphere shifts to incorporate conflict, including physical altercations, jealousy, and feelings of guilt.
Running for 90 minutes, the narrative culminates in a violent car crash involving a bus as the group travels home. With a reported average vote of 5 out of 1 from a single TMDB user, and a 4.6/10 rating from 35 IMDb votes, "Midsommardansen" explores dramatic themes stemming from youthful gatherings that escalate into darker territory.
Why you might be searching for Midsommardansen
Users often search for "Midsommardansen" based on its specific plot points involving a midsummer celebration, often connecting it with broader themes of cults, rituals, and violence, particularly after films like the modern "Midsommar" (2019). The 1971 film's inclusion of fighting, jealousy, and a car crash in its plot are particular details that might lead to searches.
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"Midsommardansen" (1971) is not based on a true story. It is based on a novel of the same name by Finnish author Hannu Salama.
At the end of "Midsommardansen" (1971), many of the young people who celebrated Midsummer together are involved in a bus and car collision on their journey home, resulting in several deaths.