Day of Wrath (1948)
A Drama of Fear and Superstition in the 20th Century.
Storyline
In a Danish village in the early 1600s, a young woman named Anne, whose mother was thought to be a witch, develops sympathy toward an old woman, Marte, who is accused of witchcraft. The intervention of Anne's older but kindly husband, Pastor Absalon saved her mother -- but now, urged on by his overbearing mother, he refuses to help Marte. When Absalon's son returns home and is attracted to Anne, it's a matter of time before her family destiny catches up with her.
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Movie Details
| Original title | Vredens dag |
|---|---|
| Release date | Apr 24, 1948 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | betrayal, love, curse, infidelity, fugitive, seduction, denmark, pastor, sexual attraction, inquisition, mother-in-law, domination |
FAQ
What is Day of Wrath about?
In a Danish village in the early 1600s, a young woman named Anne, whose mother was thought to be a witch, develops sympathy toward an old woman, Marte, who is accused of witchcraft. The intervention of Anne's older but kindly husband, Pastor Absalon saved her mother -- but now, urged on by his overbearing mother, he refuses to help Marte. When Absalon's son returns home and is attracted to Anne, it's a matter of time before her family destiny catches up with her.
When was Day of Wrath released?
Day of Wrath was released on Apr 24, 1948 (status: Released).
Who directed Day of Wrath?
Carl Theodor Dreyer directed Day of Wrath.
What is the TMDB rating of Day of Wrath?
Day of Wrath has a TMDB rating of 8.0/10 from 258 votes.