491
"It is written that 490 times you can sin and be forgiven. This motion picture is about the 491st."
Originally released in 1964. 491 is a drama film. directed by Vilgot Sjöman.
Starring Lars Lind, Leif Nymark, and Stig Törnblom
Synopsis
A study in forgiveness as oppression and goodness as provocation. Six youth criminals are chosen to participate in a social experiment where they are assigned to live together in a rundown apartment in the heart of Stockholm, Sweden. The six boys are being supervised by two forgiving and uneasy social workers. Their need to continue to commit petty crimes escalates out of boredom with the situation. One night they run into a young girl in trouble.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 16, 1964
61 years ago
Runtime
1h 42m
102 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (16 votes)
Language
SV
Original language
Country
Sweden
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- SV
Production Companies
- SF Studios
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 491 about?
A study in forgiveness as oppression and goodness as provocation. Six youth criminals are chosen to participate in a social experiment where they are assigned to live together in a rundown apartmen...
Who directed 491?
491 was directed by Vilgot Sjöman.
How long is 491?
491 has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).
When was 491 released?
491 was released on March 16, 1964 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in 491?
The main cast of 491 includes Lars Lind, Leif Nymark, Stig Törnblom, Lars Hansson, Sven Algotsson.