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Day of Wrath (1943)
About this film
"Day of Wrath" (original title: "Vredens Dag") is a notable Danish film directed by Carl Theodor Dreyer , released in 1943 during the Nazi occupation of Denmark. The film is based on the play by Hans Wiers-Jenssens and explores themes of fanaticism, love, and moral ambiguity during the era of witch hunts in early 17th-century Denmark. Set in 1623 , the story revolves around Anne , a young woman married to an older pastor, Absalon Pedersson . As tensions rise, Anne finds herself torn between her oppressive marriage and her burgeoning feelings for Absalon's son, Martin , who returns home after a lengthy absence. The backdrop of witch hunts adds a layer of danger and moral complexity, as Anne's past and the accusations against her mother complicate her present.
Directors & creators
Carl Theodor Dreyer, Poul Knudsen, Mogens Skot-Hansen
Subjects
drama, historical narrative, superstition, guilt, societal judgment, witch trials, 17th-century Denmark