The Executioner
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Synopsis
Starring Reuter Christiansen herself and shot in the lush landscape of Møn, the Danish island where she has lived since 1970, THE EXECUTIONER uses a fragmented narrative to tell “a story of woman’s degradation and exaltation,” as its subtitle indicates. A landmark of Danish feminist art, the film was also Reuter Christiansen’s first major collaboration with Henning, who composed the film’s lyrical, subtly experimental music.
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May 17, 1973
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ursula Reuter Christiansen
- Screenplay & Story
- Ursula Reuter Christiansen
- Original Score
- Henning Christiansen
- Original Title
- Skarpretteren
- Country of Origin
- Denmark
- Spoken Languages
- Danish
- Runtime
- 35m
- Production Studios
- Statens Filmcentral, Det Danske Filminstitut
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ursula Reuter Christiansen
Ursula Reuter Christiansen
Henning Christiansen
Henning Camre
Lars Brydesen
Department Leadership Roster
Ursula Reuter Christiansen
Screenplay
Henning Camre
Director of Photography
Lars Brydesen
Editor
Ursula Reuter Christiansen
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Executioner.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Executioner
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What is The Executioner about?
Starring Reuter Christiansen herself and shot in the lush landscape of Møn, the Danish island where she has lived since 1970, THE EXECUTIONER uses a fragmented narrative to tell “a story of woman’s degradation and exaltation,” as its subtitle indicates. A landmark of Danish feminist art, the film was also Reuter Christiansen’s first major collaboration with Henning, who composed the film’s lyrical, subtly experimental music.
Who directed The Executioner?
The Executioner was directed by Ursula Reuter Christiansen.
Who stars in The Executioner?
The principal cast of The Executioner includes Christian Henriksen, Ursula Reuter Christiansen, Inge Dollerup Petersen, Gitte Zehngraff.
When was The Executioner released and how long is it?
The Executioner was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 35m.
Who composed the musical score for The Executioner?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Executioner was composed by Henning Christiansen.