Pelle the Conqueror
Pelle der Eroberer
Synopsis
From Martin Anderson Nexo's novel comes this loved story of a Swedish boy and his elderly father trying to make a better life for themselves in Denmark. A bleak future quickly becomes apparent when the two find employment on a farm full of misery.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Christian Steinke
- Screenplay & Story
- Martin Andersen Nexø, Christian Steinke
- Original Title
- Pelle der Eroberer
- Country of Origin
- East Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Fernsehen der DDR
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Christian Steinke
Martin Andersen Nexø, Christian Steinke
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Christian Steinke
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Christian Steinke
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What is Pelle the Conqueror about?
From Martin Anderson Nexo's novel comes this loved story of a Swedish boy and his elderly father trying to make a better life for themselves in Denmark. A bleak future quickly becomes apparent when the two find employment on a farm full of misery.
Who directed Pelle the Conqueror?
Pelle the Conqueror was directed by Christian Steinke.
Who stars in Pelle the Conqueror?
The principal cast of Pelle the Conqueror includes Stefan Schrader, Martin Trettau, Klaus Manchen, Karin Gregorek, Walfriede Schmitt.
When was Pelle the Conqueror released and how long is it?
Pelle the Conqueror was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Is Pelle the Conqueror based on a book or true story?
Pelle the Conqueror is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Martin Andersen Nexø".