"Miss Julie" is a play written by Swedish playwright August Strindberg in 1888. It explores themes of class struggle, gender roles, and power dynamics through the interactions between its main characters: Miss Julie, a young aristocrat, and Jean, her father's servant. The play is set during a midsummer celebration and unfolds over a single night.
The story delves into the complexities of their relationship, highlighting the tension between social classes and the consequences of their desires. As the night progresses, their flirtation leads to a dramatic confrontation, ultimately revealing the destructive nature of their ambitions and societal constraints.