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Over half a billion people enthusiastically followed the wedding of Crown Princess Victoria and Daniel Westling in June 2010.
But only a short time later, scandalous reports about King Carl Gustaf shook the monarchy to its very foundations.
A life in the palace as the country's first family - what initially seems like a dream to many often casts a long shadow.
In "Royal affairs! Carl Gustaf and the Swedes", the authors put the Swedish monarchy to the test.
What significance does the royal family have for their country?
And what does it mean for the royal family to put their lives at the service of the nation?
In exclusive interviews, members and friends of the royal family provide valuable insights behind the scenes.
Supporters and critics of the royal family discuss the pros and cons of the monarchy.
Using haunting archive footage and opulent reshoots, the viewer experiences the true joys and burdens of a life in the presence of the crown.
First broadcast: Tuesday, May 24, 2011, 8:15 p.m., ZDF.
