Karen Blixen: Out of This World (2005)
This is the story of the incredible life of Karen Blixen/ Isak Dinesen − a story just as dramatic as her own fantastic tales. It is a story about a formidable and extraordinary woman, a vain eccentric, and a very sensitive human being, whose life was characterized by great ups and downs. The documentary takes the viewer on a journey through the author's life as described by many of those who were close to her. A journey that not only documents her extraordinary life, her extensive travels and the people she encountered-but one which also depicts the era in which she lived. A time of adventure, eccentric aristocrats, and of unending possibility and immeasurable hardship. Introduced by actress Meryl Streep, Karen Blixen−Out of this World tells the real story behind the inspiration for the Academy Award winning film, Out of Africa.
Cast
- Karen Blixen - Self (archive footage)
- Meryl Streep - Self - Host
Screenplay
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Karen Blixen: Out of This World about?
- This is the story of the incredible life of Karen Blixen/ Isak Dinesen − a story just as dramatic as her own fantastic tales. It is a story about a formidable and extraordinary woman, a vain eccentric, and a very sensitive human being, whose life was characterized by great ups and downs. The documentary takes the viewer on a journey through the author's life as described by many of those who were close to her. A journey that not only documents her extraordinary life, her extensive travels and the people she encountered-but one which also depicts the era in which she lived. A time of adventure, eccentric aristocrats, and of unending possibility and immeasurable hardship. Introduced by actress Meryl Streep, Karen Blixen−Out of this World tells the real story behind the inspiration for the Academy Award winning film, Out of Africa.
- Who directed Karen Blixen: Out of This World?
- Karen Blixen: Out of This World was directed by Anna von Lowzow, Marcus Mandal.
- Who stars in Karen Blixen: Out of This World?
- Karen Blixen: Out of This World stars Karen Blixen, Meryl Streep.
- How long is Karen Blixen: Out of This World?
- Karen Blixen: Out of This World has a runtime of 58m (58 minutes).
- What genre is Karen Blixen: Out of This World?
- Karen Blixen: Out of This World is a Action, Documentary, Romance film.