Med kongeparret i Grønland
Med kongeparret i Grønland

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Med kongeparret i Grønland

1952
Movie
63 min
English

In the summer of 1952, King Frederik IX and Queen Ingrid who traveled to Greenland. While Christian X and Queen Alexandrine had traveled 31 years earlier on the DFDS ship Iceland, Frederik and Ingrid arrived aboard the Royal Ship Dannebrog. This visit was quite extraordinary for several reasons and established the close relationship between the Royal Household and Greenland.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Carl Th. DreyerGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

This documentary chronicles the 1952 royal tour of King Frederik IX and Queen Ingrid through Greenland. The film captures their interactions with the local population, showcases the unique landscapes and culture of Greenland, and highlights the official events and ceremonies during their visit. It offers a glimpse into a significant moment in Greenlandic-Danish history from the perspective of the royal couple.

Critical Reception

As a documentary focused on a royal visit, critical reception was largely centered on its historical significance and its portrayal of Greenland. Contemporary reviews would have likely focused on the presentation of the royal family and the documentary's success in capturing the essence of the tour and the Greenlandic environment.

What Reviewers Say

  • A valuable historical record of a royal tour.

  • Offers insights into Danish-Greenlandic relations during the mid-20th century.

  • Showcases the natural beauty and cultural aspects of Greenland.

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Fun Fact

This film was directed by the renowned Danish filmmaker Carl Th. Dreyer, who is more famously known for his fictional works like 'The Passion of Joan of Arc' and 'Ordet'.

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