A Danish comedy film adapted from a 19th-century novel, focusing on production metadata and ensemble cast assembly.
Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases
Production Foundation
The film is established as a Danish comedy produced in 1942. Initial metadata outlines the creative framework and historical context.
Key Events
Danish Comedy Production — Metadata confirms the film is a Danish comedy produced in 1942. Characters: Søren SøndervoldLocation: Denmark
Literary Adaptation — Film is adapted from Alexander Kielland's 1891 novel Jacob. Characters: Søren SøndervoldLocation: Production Studio
Screenplay Development — Jacob Hansen writes the original Danish screenplay. Characters: Søren SøndervoldLocation: Writer's Room
Literary Origins
The narrative foundation is traced to Alexander Kielland's 1891 novel Jacob. Screenplay adaptation by Jacob Hansen begins.
Key Events
Screenplay Development — Jacob Hansen writes the original Danish screenplay. Characters: Søren SøndervoldLocation: Writer's Room
Cast Assembly — Extensive cast list including Bodil Kjer and Ebbe Rode is finalized. Characters: Søren SøndervoldLocation: Casting Office
Cast Integration
A large ensemble cast is assembled, with Ebbe Rode highlighted as the protagonist. Technical crew roles are defined.
Key Events
Principal Photography — 104-minute black and white footage is shot under director Lau Lauritzen. Characters: Søren SøndervoldLocation: Studio Lot
Cinematography Setup — Rudolf Frederiksen handles the black and white cinematography. Characters: Søren SøndervoldLocation: Camera Station
Final Assembly
Photography and editing phases conclude the production. The 104-minute black and white film is prepared for distribution.
Key Events
Post-Production Editing — Marie Ejlersen completes the final cut of the film. Characters: Søren SøndervoldLocation: Editing Room
Film Completion — The 104-minute Danish comedy is finalized for release. Characters: Søren SøndervoldLocation: Distribution Hub
Story Breakdown
Production Framework — Establishes the film's genre, country of origin, and release year.
Danish Comedy Genre — Classified as a lighthearted comedic feature.
1942 Release Context — Produced during the wartime era in Denmark.
Creative Team — Details the key filmmakers responsible for the production.
Director Lau Lauritzen — Oversees the visual and narrative direction.
Producer Henning Karmark — Manages funding and logistical execution.
Literary Source — Traces the narrative origins to published literature.
Alexander Kielland Novel — Original 1891 work providing the story foundation.
Jacob Adaptation Rights — Screenplay adaptation by Jacob Hansen.
Cast Ensemble — Lists the extensive group of actors featured.
Lead Actor Ebbe Rode — Portrays the protagonist Søren Søndervold.
Supporting Players List — Includes Bodil Kjer, Lisbeth Movin, and others.
Technical Execution — Outlines the cinematography and runtime specifications.
Black and White Format — Filmed in monochrome cinematography.
104 Minute Runtime — Standard feature-length duration for the era.
Post-Production — Covers the editing and finalization stages.
Cinematography Setup — Rudolf Frederiksen handles camera work.
Editor Marie Ejlersen — Completes the final cut and pacing.
Søndreø is a small, peaceful island in one of Denmark's fjords, owned and run by the old farmer Lars Søndervold and his son Søren. But times are hard, and everything is not going as it should. The greedy, bragging merchant Anders Lundrup has used all means to gain possession of the island, and one fine day Søren and his old father must leave their ancestral farm and the island. Søren swears an expensive oath - he will earn so much money that he can one day buy the farm and the island back, and at the same time he swears revenge on Anders Lundrup.
