The film is noted for its intense realism and its exploration of "honor" as a catalyst for tragedy. It follows three distinct narratives:
A successful professional woman is brutally beaten by her husband. The narrative follows her agonizing decision to report him and the subsequent social and psychological fallout of breaking the silence on domestic violence. Racconti da Stoccolma 2006
Two sisters living in a traditional Middle Eastern household in Sweden find themselves in grave danger when their father and relatives discover their secret Westernized lifestyles. The story highlights the clash between cultural tradition and individual freedom. The film is noted for its intense realism
The film gained international recognition, most notably winning the Amnesty International Film Award at the 2007 Berlin International Film Festival for its focus on human rights issues. Quick Facts Director: Anders Nilsson Runtime: 133 minutes Genre: Drama / Thriller Key Cast: Oldoz Javidi, Bahar Pars, and Mina Azarian. Two sisters living in a traditional Middle Eastern