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Frihedens pris

Name: Frihedens pris
Director: Annelise Hovmand
Released: 1960
Duration: 85 min

Representation Score

3.4/10

Limited

1960

Director

Annelise Hovmand

Runtime

85 minutes

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Frihedens pris is a period drama that adheres closely to mid-century cinematic conventions. The narrative structure prioritizes a male-driven resistance story set against the German occupation of 1944. While the film offers a critique of the occupying force, it does so through conventional heroism. The social roles remain traditional, with the female lead providing emotional stability rather than political momentum. Ultimately, the film reflects the homogeneous and straight-centered standards typical of 1960s European war cinema, lacking significant multi-layered depth.

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Category Breakdown

Does Frihedens pris have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The story revolves around a traditional heterosexual relationship between Morten and Lise. There are no queer narratives or characters with non-traditional gender identities.

How does Frihedens pris portray gender?

Fair

Morten drives the political action through resistance and sabotage. Lise mainly serves as an emotional anchor rather than an active participant in political events.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Frihedens pris?

Limited

Set during the 1944 occupation, the film focuses on a homogeneous population. It lacks diverse representation or a cast with varied backgrounds.

How does Frihedens pris represent religion and culture?

Fair

The narrative critiques the occupying regime through a lens of national liberation. It emphasizes collective survival and patriotic values.

Does Frihedens pris include disability representation?

Minimal

The film provides no information regarding characters with visible or invisible disabilities.

Present on Screen

Provides a clear critique of institutional authority and the legitimacy of the occupying regime.

Limited or Absent

Lacks meaningful roles for female characters, who serve mostly as emotional support.
Does not include diverse racial, ethnic, or LGBTQ+ perspectives.
Relies on traditional, non-subversive social hierarchies and gender roles.

Official Synopsis

The young sailor Morten returns home from his travels in the midst of the general strike of 1944, where he is confronted with the occupation. He joins a resistance group and actively participates in the struggle. There is no time for relaxation. He must always be on guard. Only with the sweet and charming young Lise can he relax a little and be himself. During a factory sabotage, the group is captured by the Germans.

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