Gertrud
Originally released in 1964. Gertrud is a drama/romance film. directed by Carl Theodor Dreyer.
Starring Nina Pens Rode, Bendt Rothe, and Ebbe Rode
Synopsis
Hopeless romantic Gertrud inhabits a turn-of-the-century milieu of artists and musicians, where she pursues an idealized notion of love that will always elude her. She abandons her distinguished husband and embraces an affair with a young concert pianist, who falls short of her desire for lasting affection. When an old lover returns to her life, fresh disappointments follow, and Gertrud must try to come to terms with reality.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 19, 1964
61 years ago
Runtime
1h 59m
119 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (169 votes)
Language
DA
Original language
Country
Denmark
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DA
Production Companies
- Palladium
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gertrud about?
Hopeless romantic Gertrud inhabits a turn-of-the-century milieu of artists and musicians, where she pursues an idealized notion of love that will always elude her. She abandons her distinguished hu...
Who directed Gertrud?
Gertrud was directed by Carl Theodor Dreyer.
How long is Gertrud?
Gertrud has a runtime of 1 hours and 59 minutes (119 minutes total).
When was Gertrud released?
Gertrud was released on December 19, 1964 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Gertrud?
The main cast of Gertrud includes Nina Pens Rode, Bendt Rothe, Ebbe Rode, Baard Owe, Axel Strøbye.
Is Gertrud worth watching?
Gertrud has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 169 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.