The Slingshot
"If growing up were easy, everybody would do it."
Stockholm in the 1920s. Young Roland lives with his socialist father, Jewish mother and a boxing brother. His mother sells condoms illegally, and from them, Roland makes slingshots which he sells. His rebellious ways has gotten him the special attention of his school teacher, who always makes sure that Roland is punished. Roland also tries to make extra money by repairing bicycles, a successful business that in the end lands him in hot water.
Release Date
September 24, 1993
Status
Released
Original Title
Kådisbellan
Runtime
1h 42min
Budget
—
Revenue
$308,368
Language
Swedish
Production Companies
SVT DramaNordisk Film DenmarkSF StudiosSvenska Filminstitutet