Ordet (1955)
2h 5m 6.6/10 IMDb
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.
Director: Carl Theodor Dreyer
Cast: Henrik Malberg, Birgitte Federspiel, Emil Hass Christensen, Preben Lerdorff Rye, Cay Kristiansen
Content Warnings
Identity & Discrimination
Religious persecution
Mental Health & Emotional
Death of a child (referenced)Death of a parent (referenced)Grief / bereavement (major focus)
Where to Watch
Streaming
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