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That Brief Summer (1976)

6.01976N/ADA
Drama

Directed by Edward Fleming

Rating

6.0/10

Runtime

N/A

Language

DA

Release

January 23, 1976

Director

Edward Fleming

Overview

Kirsten gets divorced in her early 40s and moves with her son to her parents' home in Hjørring. Here she falls in love with a German officer, without considering the social ostracism and contempt she exposes herself to. Meanwhile, the tide of war is slowly turning, and German victory is no longer as...

Cast

Ghita Nørby

Ghita Nørby

Kirsten

Henning Jensen

Henning Jensen

Eugen - tysk officer

Ove Sprogøe

Ove Sprogøe

Baronen

Bodil Udsen

Bodil Udsen

Kirstens mor

Lone Hertz

Lone Hertz

'Sjappergassen'

Elin Reimer

Elin Reimer

Rosa

Karl Stegger

Karl Stegger

Jacobsen - købmand

Mime Fønss

Mime Fønss

Teaterleder

Casper Bjørk

Casper Bjørk

Bo Jeppesen

Bo Jeppesen

Ole Larsen

Ole Larsen

Leif Lauridsen

Leif Lauridsen

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into That Brief Summer (1976), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Kirsten gets divorced in her early 40s and moves with her son to her parents' home in Hjørring. Here she falls in love with a German officer, without considering the social ostracism and contempt she exposes herself to. Meanwhile, the tide of war is slowly turning, and German victory is no longer as certain as it once was.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of That Brief Summer. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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