
Erik XIV
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Karin Månsdotter
Mor Persson

Erik XIV
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Counter to the popular image of Erik XIV as the mad king Strindberg paints him as an intelligent but weak king, brought down by his insecurities.
Release Date
1974-03-25
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8
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