Review of Gertrud (1964) by Dave J — 24 Jun 2018
The acting is zombie-esque but that is Carl Theodor Dreyer's style which involves an unhappy housewife, opera singer, Gertud Kanning (Nina Pens Rode) leaving her husband, Gustav Kenning (Bendt Rothe) just when he announces his promotion to become a cabinet minister She leaves him for someone younger, who is a pianist and struggling composer, Erland(Baard Owe).
Viewers get to understand why she has problems with highly successful men as the movie progresses, once she reunites with an old fling. Co-written and directed by Carl Theodor Dreyer. which is also his final film.
This review of Gertrud (1964) was written by Dave J on 24 Jun 2018.
Gertrud has generally received positive reviews.
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