En lek på blodigt allvar

Göran Gentele (1917 - 1972) was a Swedish actor, director, and opera manager. He studied at The Royal Dramatic Theatre's acting school 1944-46, followed by acting and directing theatre and film, became artistic director of the Swedish Royal Opera in 1963 and of the Metropolitan Opera in New York City in 1972.

Directed by Sofia Nyblom, Elisabeth Husmark, En lek på blodigt allvar leans on a strong ensemble — Göran Gentele, Marit Gentele-Gruson, Jeanette Gentele — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about documentary titles of 1999.