The Women on the Roof (1989) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
The Women on the Roof (1989) — An innocent and beautiful girl, Linnea rents an apartment in Stockholm just before WWI. As
The Women on the Roof (1989) Storyline
An innocent and beautiful girl, Linnea rents an apartment in Stockholm just before WWI. As she works for an old man who owns a photography studio she meets Anna, a photographer with whom she develops a complex friendship. Anna’s circus-performer boyfriend and European politics complicate Linnea’s routine.
Full Cast & Crew
- Amanda Ooms as Linnea
- Helena Bergström as Anna
- Stellan Skarsgård as Willy
- Percy Brandt as Fischer
- Lars Ori Bäckström as Holger
- Katarina Olsson as Gerda
- Leif Andrée as Oskar
- Stig Ossian Ericson as Vicar
- Johan Bergenstråhle as Photographer Halling
- Ulla Sallert
- Annmari Kastrup
- Efva Lilja
- Kjell Westling as Musician
- Bernt Östman as Newspaper Agent
- Annika Fehling
Why Watch The Women on the Roof?
The Vibe: The Women on the Roof is a heartwarming, passionate, and beautifully acted romance movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1989. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 4.1/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for anyone looking for a great love story. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with romance-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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