The Dictator (1935)
The film depicts a dramatic episode in Danish history: the tumultous relationship between King Christian VII of Denmark and his English consort Caroline Matilda in Eighteenth century Copenhagen and the Queen's tragic affair with the royal physician and liberal reformer Johann Friedrich Struensee.
Director: Victor Saville
Genre: History, Romance
Runtime: 86 min
Release Date: February 7, 1935
Cast
- Clive Brook - Dr. Struensee
- Madeleine Carroll - Queen Caroline Matilde of Danmark
- Emlyn Williams - King Christian VII of Danmark
- Helen Haye - Queen Mother Juliana
- Frank Cellier - Sir Murray Keith
- Isabel Jeans - Von Eyben
- Alfred Drayton - Count Brandt
- Nicholas Hannen - Prime Minister Guldberg of Denmark
- Ruby Miller - Madame Hilda
- Heather Thatcher - Lady of the Court
Screenplay
Music: Karol Rathaus
Cinematography: Franz Planer
Editing: Paul Weatherwax
Production: Associated British Picture Corporation
Country: United Kingdom
Original Language: en
Keywords
copenhagen, denmark, 18th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Dictator about?
- The film depicts a dramatic episode in Danish history: the tumultous relationship between King Christian VII of Denmark and his English consort Caroline Matilda in Eighteenth century Copenhagen and the Queen's tragic affair with the royal physician and liberal reformer Johann Friedrich Struensee.
- Who directed The Dictator?
- The Dictator was directed by Victor Saville.
- Who stars in The Dictator?
- The Dictator stars Clive Brook, Madeleine Carroll, Emlyn Williams, Helen Haye, Frank Cellier, Isabel Jeans.
- How long is The Dictator?
- The Dictator has a runtime of 1h 26m (86 minutes).
- What genre is The Dictator?
- The Dictator is a History, Romance film.
- Where was The Dictator produced?
- The Dictator was produced in United Kingdom.