(Original title: I gängkrigens tid)
A Kristallen-Nominated Documentary Series
This groundbreaking documentary series penetrates the heart of one of Sweden's most complex urban conflicts, chronicling a decade-long gang war that has gripped a Gothenburg suburb. Through unprecedented access and meticulous investigation, the series reveals how a seemingly minor dispute over a romantic relationship spiraled into a devastating cycle of violence that continues to impact the community today.
With unflinching honesty, the series examines how this conflict has claimed at least twenty lives, including the tragic deaths of two innocent children, while exploring the profound societal implications of youth violence in contemporary Sweden. Through intimate testimonies and extensive research, the documentary illuminates the human cost of gang violence while questioning the seemingly intractable nature of such conflicts in urban communities.
The series' compelling narrative and masterful storytelling earned it a prestigious nomination for the Kristallen Award, Sweden's highest television honor, in the Best Documentary category. This recognition underscores the production's significant contribution to public discourse on one of Sweden's most pressing social issues.
This vital piece of documentary filmmaking serves not only as a chronicle of urban violence but as a crucial examination of society's collective responsibility in addressing and preventing such conflicts. Through powerful storytelling and careful journalism, it brings to light the complex factors that perpetuate cycles of violence while highlighting the urgent need for intervention and change.
Production Credits:
Produced by Lise Bergvall
Award Recognition: Kristallen Award Nomination - Best Documentary
Format: Documentary Series
Year: 2023
