The story is a fictionalised version of events based on the so-called Bordellhärvan [sv] political scandal of 1970s Sweden which linked several prominent politicians to a prostitution ring that included underage girls.

Set against the backdrop of the 1976 election, the story is centered on delinquent teenager Iris, who is sent to live in a juvenile home.

Sandberg soon discovers Glans has powerful clients but also finds his investigation hampered by his superiors and his life threatened by sinister figures.

In the aftermath of the trial, Sandberg is killed in a hit and run incident and his report into the affair is classified by the newly elected government.

[6] It was later nominated in 11 categories at the 48th Guldbagge Awards, including Best Film, Best Director and Best Screenplay, and won in four.