I lagens namn
1986 [SWEDISH]
Action / Crime / Thriller
Plot summary
A group of four policemen is known for cruising the streets of Stockholm in their van, looking for drunks or criminals they can beat up with their batons. Lately witnesses saw them pick up a drunk who later was found dead. The four policemen deny any knowledge. Police inspector Jarnebring gets the case and finds out that these four policemen have been reported for 22 cases of police brutality. Shortly after, another criminal dies in their van...
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A good movie, without being perfect.
The tradition of Swedish crime thrillers continues
This Guldbagge winning feature is definitely a standout in the tradition of Swedish police films, and Kjell Sundvall can proudly put his feature alongside other incredible films such as The Man on the Roof or The Man from Mallorca. Or even his own later iconic features.
The script is ever tight and suspenseful, perfectly paced and very exciting. It is beautifully cut and editing, featuring some great action scenes, as well as lots of heatfelt and well-written drama.
The actors, all of them great iconcs in the Swedish filmography, all do an incredible and career defining job. All of this accompined by the ever great script, of course.
Overall, truly an incredible film that stands out in the Swedish filmography to a great deal, with is my no means a faint praise, given the land's expertise.
Very much recommended for any lover of film, and the crime genre!







