The film was razed to the ground by most Swedish critics when released in 1975, and Roy Andersson would not be doing another full-length movie for twenty-five years. Over time though, it has become a cult film and easier to appreciate.
When Ingmar Bergman saw the film he told director Roy Andersson to stop making movies. Andersson did not make another feature film for 25 years.
Ewa Aulin auditioned, on the director's request, for a part in this film. However, she turned it down and still hasn't made a movie since 1973.
Pernilla August's debut.