Selma Lagerlof and Swedish Silent Film

02/18/24 • 81 min

The Golden Silent Films - A Silent Film Podcast

A discussion about and look into the life of Swedish author, Selma Lagerlof. Lagerlof's works would be adapted into some of the greatest silent films of all time, ushering in the Golden Age of Swedish Film.

This is the second stop of our "World Tour '24" adventure, taking in Sweden once more. In addition to a Lagerlof biography, we also dive into the earliest film adaptations of her works.

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This is the second stop of our "World Tour '24" adventure, taking in Sweden once more. In addition to a Lagerlof biography, we also dive into the earliest film adaptations of her works.

Twitter/X - @goldensilents1

Instagram - goldensilentscast

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