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Release Year1944
Runtime1h 40m
LanguageDanish
CertificationNR
GenresComedy
Votes3
DirectorSvend Methling
WritersMogens Lorentzen
TypeFeature Film
Rating7.0 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsFamilien Gelinde
About Familien Gelinde
Theatre painter Harry Gelinde and his wife, Klara, are happy with each other and their children, Vippe, Kalle, Sutte, Nisse, Bolle and Finne. Gelinde is a carefree artist. He knows he is no Rembrandt, but he loves art in his own quiet way - and he does not compromise. When Klara is invited on a trip by her friends, Harry takes on the responsibility of all the children. They turn their home into an Indian camp - and enjoy it to the fullest. At the same time, it is a wonderful break for Gelinde, who has a dispute with the director at the theatre.
Directed by Svend Methling, Familien Gelinde leans on a strong ensemble — Ebbe Rode, Karin Nellemose, Ilselil Larsen — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about comedy titles of 1944.
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