Præsten i Vejlby movie poster

Præsten i Vejlby

September 11, 1972 1h 32m 7.5/10 (2 votes)

Originally released in 1972. Præsten i Vejlby is a drama film. directed by Claus Ørsted.

Starring Karl Stegger, Anne-Lise Gabold, and Peter Steen

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 11, 1972 53 years ago
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Runtime 1h 32m 92 minutes total
User Rating 7.5/10 Great (2 votes)
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Language DA Original language
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Country Denmark Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DA

Production Companies

  • Obel Film
  • Claus Ørsted Film

Frequently Asked Questions

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, Ma...

Who directed Præsten i Vejlby?

Præsten i Vejlby was directed by Claus Ørsted.

How long is Præsten i Vejlby?

Præsten i Vejlby has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).

When was Præsten i Vejlby released?

Præsten i Vejlby was released on September 11, 1972 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Præsten i Vejlby?

The main cast of Præsten i Vejlby includes Karl Stegger, Anne-Lise Gabold, Peter Steen, Jens Okking, Claus Nissen.