The Simple-Minded Murderer

"The Simple-Minded Murderer" is a 1982 Swedish drama film that tells the story of Sven Olsson (Stellan Skarsgård), a mentally disabled young man who is mistreated by his wealthy and affluent employer, Höglund (Hans Alfredson). After meeting Anna (Maria Johansson), a wheelchair-using woman who treats him with kindness, Sven escapes to her family's farm. As he struggles against Höglund's cruelty, Sven finds love and acceptance, but ultimately turns to violence in a powerful and tragic confrontation.