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A Stranger Came by Train (1974)

A Stranger Came by Train (1974)

Drama Crime
Release Date: 1974, October 28
Directors: Lars G. Thelestam
Countries: Sweden
Production: Sandrews, Svenska Filminstitutet, Svenska Filminstitutet
Cast: Clu Gulager, Gudrun Brost, Hans Alfredson, Ernst Günther, Per Oscarsson, Anne-Lise Gabold, Inga Tidblad, Ulla Sjöblom

Overview:

An American gangster of Swedish origins returns to his homeland to set up shop as a morality crusader, much in the manner of the later phenomenon of televangelists. While indulging in behind-the-scene shenanigans including rape and murder, the gangster (played by American Clu Gulagher) preaches to large audiences, using mass hypnotism and show-biz razzmatazz to get his message across. The film also features a brief performance by Per Oscarsson, following his highly publicized "retirement" from screen acting.