The Death of a Working Man's Newspaper
The Death of a Working Man's Newspaper

The Death of a Working Man's Newspaper (2000)

None | Sweden | Swedish | 50 min | 2000-11-01
Directed by: Erik Bäfving, Fredrik Gertten
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Although it had been in existence for 113 years, Arbetet, a Malmö newspaper, was in its death throes by September 2000. A miracle would be needed to save it. LO, The Swedish Confederation of Trade Union , is rich but refuses to offer the newspaper any financial help. The turning point comes four days before the last issue is due to be published: a well-known building contractor is prepared to invest 40 million Kronor in Arbetet. Hope is kindled afresh...

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