A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren
Jan 22, 2026 · 1h 38m
Director
Wilfried HaukeOverview
“Pippi Longstocking“ has been translated into 70 languages and sold more than 60 million copies. The film tells the story of her “mother“, famous Swedish author Astrid Lindgren. When young an still unknown, she starts a diary on September 1, 1939. Full of despair about the world, she is in conversation with herself and discovers the healing power of writing. As WWII ends with millions dead and the destruction of Europe, her first book about rebellious Pippi is published.
Cast of A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren
Crew of A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren
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What is A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren about?
“Pippi Longstocking“ has been translated into 70 languages and sold more than 60 million copies. The film tells the story of her “mother“, famous Swedish author Astrid Lindgren. When young an still unknown, she starts a diary on September 1, 1939. Full of despair about the world, she is in conversation with herself and discovers the healing power of writing. As WWII ends with millions dead and…
When was A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren released?
A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren was released on January 22, 2026.
How long is A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren?
A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).
Who directed A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren?
A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren was directed by Wilfried Hauke.
Who is in the cast of A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren?
The cast of A World Gone Mad - The War Diaries of Astrid Lindgren includes Sofia Pekkari (Astrid Lindgren), Tom Sommerlatte (Sture Lindgren) and Karin Nyman (Herself).