There still aren’t many period dramas that take on LGBT themes, but the Scandinavian The Girl Queen has, looking as the likes of a 17th Century Swedish Queen, who many believe was a lesbian.
Here’s the synopsis: ‘THE GIRL KING is the captivating new feature by Finland-born filmmaker Mika Kaurismäki (MAMA AFRICA, ROAD NORTH), one of world cinema’s most versatile and acclaimed talents. The English-language film is a depiction of several years in the life of the 17th century Queen Kristina of Sweden, the “Girl King.” Born in 1626 and queen by the age of six, Kristina was the most famous woman in the world during her lifetime and remains a controversial figure in Sweden to this day and one of the most influential and fascinating figures to have graced European history.’
Wolfe Video will release the movie in the US at the end of the year. You can watch the trailer below.
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