Henrik and Pernille
Henrik og Pernille
Synopsis
TV adaptation of Holberg's popular 1724 confusion comedy: Henrik (Paul Hagen) and Pernille (Birgitte Reimer) are two servants working for their respective lordships and they each independently fall for the temptation to put on the clothes of their lordships and pretend to be someone other than who they are. Unfortunately, the two meet each other in their new disguises - and fall in love.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gabriel Axel
- Original Title
- Henrik og Pernille
- Country of Origin
- Denmark
- Spoken Languages
- Danish
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- DR TV-Teatret
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gabriel Axel
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Gabriel Axel
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What is Henrik and Pernille about?
TV adaptation of Holberg's popular 1724 confusion comedy: Henrik (Paul Hagen) and Pernille (Birgitte Reimer) are two servants working for their respective lordships and they each independently fall for the temptation to put on the clothes of their lordships and pretend to be someone other than who they are. Unfortunately, the two meet each other in their new disguises - and fall in love.
Who directed Henrik and Pernille?
Henrik and Pernille was directed by Gabriel Axel.
Who stars in Henrik and Pernille?
The principal cast of Henrik and Pernille includes Preben Kaas, John Wittig, Paul Hagen, Ulla Lock, Karl Stegger.
When was Henrik and Pernille released and how long is it?
Henrik and Pernille was released in 1957 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.