Kejsaren

Kejsaren delves into the lives of individuals facing significant challenges in pre-World War II Sweden. The narrative follows a half-Polish boy who travels to Poland in search of his mother, only to encounter financial and psychological obstacles that lead him back to a Swedish mental hospital.

In parallel, the film tells the story of a woman dealing with the emotional aftermath of a miscarriage, ultimately finding herself in the same asylum as the boy. The intertwining fates of these characters reflect the harsh realities of the time, particularly regarding societal attitudes towards foreign workers and mental health issues. The film's surreal elements add a unique layer to the drama, making it a thought-provoking piece from the late 1970s.