A Stranger Came by Train

1974· 107 min★ 5.5· Crime, Drama

An American gangster of Swedish origins returns to his homeland to set up shop as a morality crusader, much in the manner of the later phenomenon of televangelists. While indulging in behind-the-scene shenanigans including rape and murder, the gangster (played by American Clu Gulagher) preaches to large audiences, using mass hypnotism and show-biz razzmatazz to get his message across. The film also features a brief performance by Per Oscarsson, following his highly publicized "retirement" from screen acting.

Cast: Clu Gulager, Ernst Günther, Per Oscarsson

Director: Lars G. Thelestam