Præsten i Vejlby
Synopsis
In the early 17th century, the tyrannical parish priest in Vejlby, Søren Jensen Quist, tries to force his daughter Maren into a lucrative marriage with the wealthy farmer Mikkel Ibsen. However, Maren prefers the bailiff. When Mikkel feels that both the bailiff and the priest are encroaching on his power, he arranges for the priest to be convicted and executed for the murder of Mikkel's brother, Nils Ibsen.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Claus Ørsted
- Screenplay & Story
- Steen Steensen Blicher, Claus Ørsted, Leif Petersen
- Original Title
- Præsten i Vejlby
- Country of Origin
- Denmark
- Spoken Languages
- Danish
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Obel Film, Claus Ørsted Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Claus Ørsted
Steen Steensen Blicher, Claus Ørsted, Leif Petersen
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Claus Ørsted
Writer
Leif Petersen
Writer
Claus Ørsted
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What is Præsten i Vejlby about?
In the early 17th century, the tyrannical parish priest in Vejlby, Søren Jensen Quist, tries to force his daughter Maren into a lucrative marriage with the wealthy farmer Mikkel Ibsen. However, Maren prefers the bailiff. When Mikkel feels that both the bailiff and the priest are encroaching on his power, he arranges for the priest to be convicted and executed for the murder of Mikkel's brother, Nils Ibsen.
Who directed Præsten i Vejlby?
Præsten i Vejlby was directed by Claus Ørsted.
Who stars in Præsten i Vejlby?
The principal cast of Præsten i Vejlby includes Karl Stegger, Anne-Lise Gabold, Peter Steen, Jens Okking, Claus Nissen.
When was Præsten i Vejlby released and how long is it?
Præsten i Vejlby was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.