People from Simlangs Valley is the English-language title of this leisurely Scandinavian drama. Several subplots are woven into a cogent tapestry of Swedish rural life, with emphasis on characterization rather than plot. Carl Strohm stands out as Jan, a backwoods activist who tirelessly lobbies for the basic rights of his fellow farmers. Top-billed Eva Dahlbeck likewise contributes an excellent performance. Based on a novel by Fredrik Strom, Folket I Simlangsdalen didn't make much of an impression outside of Sweden, but domestic audiences were satisfied. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi