Ordet

Ordet

A Legend for Today

7.9%

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1955-01-09

Drama

Runtime: 125 minutes

The three sons of devout Danish farmer Morten have widely disparate religious beliefs. Youngest son Anders shares his father's religion, but eldest son Mikkel has lost his faith, while middle child Johannes has become delusional and proclaims that he is Jesus Christ himself. When Mikkel's wife, Inger goes into a difficult childbirth, everyone's beliefs are put to the test.

Featured Crew

Carl Theodor Dreyer

Producer

Carl Theodor Dreyer

Director

Kaj Munk

Story