The figure who frames the film’s philosophical prologue. He arrives at a studio to see his former teacher and presents a screenplay idea about Hell, in which the Devil controls the world while ordinary life continues. His vision of fear, indifference, death, and moral imprisonment establishes the meaning of the later story.
A man from the town who persistently courts Anne. He becomes her confidant and lover, directly clashing with Albert over their relationship and ultimately losing a physical fight.
A captain in the fighter squadron operating J 29 aircraft at the Svea Air Force Wing in Barkarby during the post-Korean War era.
A businessman in financial trouble after his singing-lumberjack partner emigrates to Canada, leaving him facing debts and the seizure of property connected to their mink farm. He sees star potential in Isabella and offers to promote her as “Miss Chic,” arranging performance and modeling opportunities and arguing for her when a vote is held over dismissing her.
A student at the school who witnesses suspicious activity and firmly believes Birger is the arsonist. He urgently attempts to convince Rolf of his suspicions to stop a potential disaster.
The central figure who appears both as the original 1940s director and as characters from his archived films. Serves as the narrative bridge between the 2248 excavation timeline and the historical footage.
Charlie is an elegant, worldly professional golf instructor who has been away from Sweden for many years after a past mistake estranged him from his family. In Copenhagen, he spends time with and comforts Lena when she is distressed over a man who will not leave his wife. When Nils takes Lena back to Sweden, Charlie follows her and arrives at the home of his sister Astrid and her husband, Nils.
Military officer who partners with Sture on the secret document rescue mission.
Sture's loyal best friend who assists in schemes and also adopts feminine disguises.
Teddy is an ambitious entertainment entrepreneur who builds a fortune through his ventures and expands into aviation and film, including plans for Sweden’s first sound film. He intends to marry Karin, although he has not told her, and is affected when she chooses Erik. After losing nearly everything, he tells Mille that he is leaving for Africa to invest in a plantation.
Vica Cotten's husband, Hugo is described by her as cold and contemptuous, though he tries to draw her back with affection, flowers, and a fantasy of traveling to South America. He admits that money and status shaped their marriage, taunts her about Rex, and says he despises himself.
He is listed as a cadet aspirant. The supplied plot summary does not describe his actions, relationships with the other characters, or specific contribution to the story.
Hasse Ekman has 165 screen credits in a career dating back to 1924. Their work is anchored in the Lilla Märta universe with 2 titles. Signature works include My Love Is Like a Rose, Heaven and Pancakes, Miss Chic. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
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