Danish Literature (1989)
Jørgen Leth's personal, pleasurable distillation of Danish literature covers seven poets alive at the time of production and twenty classical poets. A handful of actors share readings of the classical texts in semi close ups against a dark background; the living poets read their own works.
Director: Jørgen Leth
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 44 min
Release Date: January 1, 1989
Cast
- Inger Christensen - Self
- Per Højholt - Self
- Erik Knudsen - Self
- Peter Laugesen - Self
- Preben Lerdorff Rye - Self
- Svend Åge Madsen - Self
- Erik Mørk - Self
- Ulf Pilgaard - Self
- Birgitte Price - Self
- Jørgen Reenberg - Self
Screenplay
Music: Herman David Koppel
Cinematography: Dan Holmberg
Country: Denmark
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Danish Literature about?
- Jørgen Leth's personal, pleasurable distillation of Danish literature covers seven poets alive at the time of production and twenty classical poets. A handful of actors share readings of the classical texts in semi close ups against a dark background; the living poets read their own works.
- Who directed Danish Literature?
- Danish Literature was directed by Jørgen Leth.
- Who stars in Danish Literature?
- Danish Literature stars Inger Christensen, Per Højholt, Erik Knudsen, Peter Laugesen, Preben Lerdorff Rye, Svend Åge Madsen.
- How long is Danish Literature?
- Danish Literature has a runtime of 44m (44 minutes).
- What genre is Danish Literature?
- Danish Literature is a Documentary film.
- Where was Danish Literature produced?
- Danish Literature was produced in Denmark.