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Annelise Hovmand

Writer, Editor, Director, Producer, Actor, Additional Credits
Born September 17, 1924Died December 28, 2016 (92 years)
Annelise Hovmand was a pioneering Danish film director, screenwriter, and editor, notable for being one of the first female directors in Denmark. She began her career as a film editor before transitioning to directing. Hovmand's debut feature, Arvingen (1954), explores themes of inheritance and family dynamics. She continued to direct films that often focused on social issues, including Ingen tid til kærtegn (1957) and Ta' det som en mand, frue! (1975). Hovmand's work paved the way for future generations of female filmmakers in Denmark.
Known For
  • The Musketeers
  • Høfeber
  • Be Dear to Me
  • A Stranger Knocks
  • Dronningens vagtmester
  • Nu stiger den
  • Krudt og klunker
  • Nålen
  • Blændværk
  • Frihedens pris
  • Ta' det som en mand, frue!
  • Sextet

Filmography

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