Parasitterne (1958)

10.0/10 115 min Drama TV Movie Comedy

Overview

"Parassiterne" is a 1958 TV film based on Carl Erik Soya's 1929 play. The story follows a group of con artists who live parasitically off others, hiding their true nature behind a facade of normalcy. The film is a stark caricature that exposes human nature and the hidden sides of society. Known for its sharp dialogue and in-depth character portraits, DR's 1958 TV adaptation has contributed to its enduring popularity in Danish culture.

Cast

Gunnar Lauring

M. Th. Gruesen

Clara Pontoppidan

Oline Gruesen

Birgitte Reimer

Dagmar Gruesen

Henrik Wiehe

Johannes

Malene Schwartz

Gudrun

Else-Marie Juul Hansen

Miss Olsen

Poul Müller

Hansen

Keld Markuslund

Doktoren

Emil Hass Christensen

Sagfører

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