Question 1

Why was The Saga of Gösta Berling released in two parts in Sweden?

Accepted Answer

The film was originally released as two parts in Sweden: 'Gösta Berlings saga I' on 10 March 1924 and 'Gösta Berlings saga II' seven days later. A shorter one-part export version was made for the rest of the world.

Question 2

What is missing from the original cut of the film as of 2010?

Accepted Answer

As of 2010, about 450 meters of film from the original cut are still missing.

Question 3

Which Swedish screen star was launched by this film?

Accepted Answer

This sumptuous production launched a new Swedish screen star, Mauritz Stiller's 18-year-old protégé, Greta Garbo.

Question 4

How were the wolves in the chase scene actually portrayed?

Accepted Answer

For the scene where wolves chase the carriage, trained police dogs were used as stand-ins. Their tails had to be fitted with lead weights because the dogs wagged their tails constantly while filming.

Question 5

Who plays the title character Gösta Berling?

Accepted Answer

Lars Hanson plays the title character Gösta Berling.

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