The Canary Islands
Kanarieöarna
Synopsis
Approximately half a million Swedes vacationed to Spain in 1972, one of Europe's poorest countries who had then been controlled by Franco since 1939. 120 000 of them chose The Canary Islands as their destination. The documentary highlights and contrasts the carefree tourism with the censorship and oppression granted by a dictatorship.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tom Alandh
- Original Title
- Kanarieöarna
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish, Swedish
- Runtime
- 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tom Alandh
Department Leadership Roster
Tom Alandh
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Canary Islands
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Canary Islands about?
Approximately half a million Swedes vacationed to Spain in 1972, one of Europe's poorest countries who had then been controlled by Franco since 1939. 120 000 of them chose The Canary Islands as their destination. The documentary highlights and contrasts the carefree tourism with the censorship and oppression granted by a dictatorship.
Who directed The Canary Islands?
The Canary Islands was directed by Tom Alandh.
Who stars in The Canary Islands?
The principal cast of The Canary Islands includes Not specified.
When was The Canary Islands released and how long is it?
The Canary Islands was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 30m.