Året var 1970(2020)

Året var 1970 is a Swedish film set during a turbulent year in Stockholm. As Lee Hazlewood and Nina Lizell navigate romance and ambition, the city erupts with social unrest. Police officers strike over poor working conditions while rockers seize the opportunity to claim the streets. Meanwhile, the Vietnam War rages and American bombing campaigns extend into Cambodia. Against this backdrop of political tension and youthful rebellion, a fatal accident during a cannon race at the Gellerås track becomes a pivotal moment. Director Roy Andersson's debut feature captures the collision between personal desire and historical upheaval, offering a raw portrait of Sweden at a crossroads.