Plot Analysis Summary
A structural breakdown of the film's metadata, production phases, and release context based on available reference material.
Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases
Production Foundation
The film is established as a Danish drama directed by Knud Leif Thomsen. Producers Preben Philipsen and Carl Rald secure funding and oversee initial development.
Key Events
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Danish Drama Release — Initial theatrical release of the film in Denmark in 1964.
Location: Denmark
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Director Appointment — Knud Leif Thomsen appointed as the film's director.
Location: Denmark
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Producer Credits — Preben Philipsen and Carl Rald secured production funding.
Location: Denmark
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Screenplay Adaptation — Script adapted from Herman Bang's original literary work.
Location: Denmark
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Lead Casting — Birgitte Federspiel cast in the lead dramatic role.
Location: Denmark
Crew and Cast Assembly
Herman Bang's screenplay is adapted for the screen. Birgitte Federspiel is cast in the lead role, supported by a large ensemble of Danish actors.
Key Events
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Lead Casting — Birgitte Federspiel cast in the lead dramatic role.
Location: Denmark
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Supporting Cast Assembly — Olaf Ussing and Palle Huld recruited for ensemble roles.
Location: Denmark
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Cinematography Setup — Henning Kristiansen assigned as director of photography.
Location: Denmark
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Filming Phase — Principal photography conducted in black and white format.
Location: Denmark
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Runtime Specification — Final runtime established at 138 minutes for theatrical cut.
Location: Denmark
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Language Localization — All dialogue recorded and mixed in original Danish.
Location: Denmark
Filming and Format
Henning Kristiansen handles cinematography while principal photography is conducted. The production maintains a strict black and white visual format throughout.
Key Events
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Language Localization — All dialogue recorded and mixed in original Danish.
Location: Denmark
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Cast Ensemble Introduction — Complete cast roster finalized for production scheduling.
Location: Denmark
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Crew Assembly — Technical departments and department heads organized.
Location: Denmark
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Production Oversight — Preben Philipsen manages production logistics and budget.
Location: Denmark
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Filming Execution — Main shooting schedule executed across Danish locations.
Location: Denmark
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Post-Production — Footage edited and assembled to match final runtime.
Location: Denmark
Release and Legacy
The 138-minute runtime is finalized and the film is released in Denmark. It is contextualized within the 1964 cinematic era and preserved for archival reference.
Key Events
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Post-Production — Footage edited and assembled to match final runtime.
Location: Denmark
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Format Finalization — Visual grading and color timing finalized in monochrome.
Location: Denmark
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Theatrical Release — Film distributed to Danish cinemas for public screening.
Location: Denmark
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Critical Context — Film contextualized within the broader 1964 cinematic landscape.
Location: Denmark
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Historical Reference — Production noted alongside contemporary global cultural events.
Location: Denmark
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Archival Status — Film cataloged and preserved for historical and academic reference.
Location: Denmark
Danish melodrama about a housemaid struggling to find normalcy and love in the midst of war.