The Conference

The ending of The Conference reveals that the serial killer is actually Palsson’s son, driven by revenge for his father’s suicide. Palsson, a farmer whose land was being seized by the municipality to build a shopping mall and luxurious housing, had been deeply affected by the loss of his family’s land and his subsequent death. When the son found his father dead in their barn, he was overwhelmed by guilt and anger, vowing to retaliate against the municipal workers responsible. Throughout the film, it’s clear that the killer’s violent rampage is motivated by this personal vendetta, targeting the very people involved in the land-grabbing project. Despite the chaos and brutal murders, the survivors—Nadja, Eva, and Torbjorn—manage to escape, leaving behind the corrupt Jonas, who had manipulated and forged documents to serve corporate interests. Lina, having uncovered Jonas’ corruption and his forged signatures, ultimately gets the upper hand in a final confrontation with him, killing him in self-defense. The film concludes with Lina contacting the police, while the other colleagues, who survived the bloodshed, hope for the project’s cancellation. The killer’s identity as the son of the landowner reaffirms the story’s theme of revenge against exploitation and greed, illustrating how deep-seated grievances can erupt into violence when pushed to the limit. The survivors’ escape signifies a glimmer of justice amid the chaos, ending the story on a note that emphasizes the destructive consequences of corrupt motives rooted in betrayal and loss.

Last Updated: June 25, 2025 at 08:44