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Friends at Arms: On Autumn Exercises (1961)

5.419611h 20mDA
ComedyWar

Directed by Sven Methling

Rating

5.4/10

Runtime

1h 20m

Language

DA

Release

October 6, 1961

Director

Sven Methling

Overview

The old comrades are called up for three weeks of autumn maneuvers. They are usually more interested in beer, girls, and cheerful music, but Sergeant Vældegaard is determined to scrape the civilian rust off the "boys." Their old friends from their days as recruits have remained in the system as plat...

Cast

Carl Ottosen

Carl Ottosen

Oversergent Vældegård

Ebbe Langberg

Ebbe Langberg

Løjtnant 'Ras'

Louis Miehe-Renard

Louis Miehe-Renard

Knud (616)

Preben Kaas

Preben Kaas

Ole (615)

Paul Hagen

Paul Hagen

Henrik (617)

Klaus Pagh

Klaus Pagh

Holger Schwanenkopf

Svend Johansen

Svend Johansen

Sergent Viggo

Ole Dixon

Ole Dixon

Bolleå (612)

Anne Werner Thomsen

Anne Werner Thomsen

Birthe, Knuds kæreste

Sigrid Horne-Rasmussen

Sigrid Horne-Rasmussen

Fru Schwanenkopf

Mogens Brandt

Mogens Brandt

Dr. Salem

Jytte Abildstrøm

Jytte Abildstrøm

Dr. Salem's assistant Ruth

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Friends at Arms: On Autumn Exercises (1961), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The old comrades are called up for three weeks of autumn maneuvers. They are usually more interested in beer, girls, and cheerful music, but Sergeant Vældegaard is determined to scrape the civilian rust off the "boys." Their old friends from their days as recruits have remained in the system as platoon leaders and sergeants, respectively, but that does not dampen the fun. In the heat of battle, the schoolteacher finds time to flirt with his Lotte Corps colleague Birthe.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Friends at Arms: On Autumn Exercises. 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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