
Ordet
A Legend for Today
Directed by Carl Theodor Dreyer
Produced by Palladium
A profound meditation on faith, doubt, and the possibility of grace, centered on a family crisis that forces each member to confront their deepest beliefs.
The three sons of devout Danish farmer Morten have widely disparate religious beliefs. Youngest son Anders shares his father's religion, but eldest son Mikkel has lost his faith, while middle child Johannes has become delusional and proclaims that he is Jesus Christ himself. When Mikkel's wife, Inger goes into a difficult childbirth, everyone's beliefs are put to the test.
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- StreamThe Criterion Channel, Darkroom
Questions people ask
Is Ordet one of a kind? Yes, very. More singular than 99% of films.
Is Ordet violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.
Is Ordet sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.
Does Ordet end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 70% of films.
Is Ordet scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.
Is Ordet easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 60% of films.
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There is almost nothing else like this.
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Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
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Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
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