A Good Week for Democracy

A sharp, humorous examination of Almedalen Week in the Gotland province of Sweden, an annual event where thousands of politicians, lobbyists, and citizens gather for the ultimate showcase of political theater.

Cast

Alice Bah Kuhnke

as Herself

Ebba Busch

as Herself

Ylva Johansson

as Herself

Annie Lööf

as Herself

Janne Josefsson

as Self

Tobias Andersson

as Self

Sara Skyttedal

as Self

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