

A lottery ticket romance where winning might cost more than losing ever could.
Per buys lottery tickets for Trine. They fall in love and seemingly win a house.
Acting
Røine's guarded hope cuts straight through 1950s optimism.
Direction
Sandø frames cramped apartments like gilded cages.
Director
Toralf Sandø
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
1952 Norway was rebuilding from occupation; lottery dreams reflected national anxiety about stability.
Eva Røine was primarily a stage actress; this was one of her rare screen performances.