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Man Builds Nuclear Bunker Obsessed with Pamphlet
25 Mar
Summary
- Farmhand Karl-Göran Persson fortified a shack into a community nuclear redoubt.
- His obsession stemmed from a government pamphlet on nuclear war preparedness.
- The film is a monochrome feature developed from an art installation project.
A visually striking monochrome film, originating from an art installation project, centers on the peculiar obsession of farmhand Karl-Göran Persson. Set in rural southern Sweden during the mid-20th century, Persson is galvanized by an official pamphlet detailing procedures for nuclear war.
This prompts him to fortify his rudimentary shack in a field, envisioning it as a communal shelter, a "redoubt," should a nuclear attack occur. He meticulously gathers materials, expending his state pension entirely on enlarging and reinforcing the structure.
Developed from an art installation by artist John Skoog, the film possesses a deliberate, static pace. Denis Lavant delivers a uniquely captivating performance as Persson, showcasing unexpected skills like playing the accordion and seemingly hypnotizing a chicken, adding layers to the character's intriguing isolation.
