The Misanthrope (1974)

6.8/10 • 115 min • Comedy TV Movie

Overview

This television film records Ingmar Bergman’s Copenhagen stage production of Molière’s The Misanthrope, presented as a guest performance at the Royal Danish Theatre. The play centers on Alceste, a man who rejects social hypocrisy and flattery, whose rigid principles are tested by his love for the socially adept Célimène.

Cast

Hanne Borchsenius

Holger Juul Hansen

Paul Hüttel

Henning Moritzen

Erik Mørk

Ghita Nørby

Lise Ringheim

Ebbe Rode

Peter Steen

Olaf Ussing

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