Cast
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Waage Sandø
as Lise's Father
Inge Sofie Skovbo
as Lise's Mother
Birthe Neumann
as Moster 'Bob'
Puk Scharbau
as Lise
Sophie Engberg
as Lise as a young girl
Amalie Dollerup
as Lise as little
Lene Laub Oksen
as Gerda
Paprika Steen
as Seamstress
Tomas Villum Jensen
as
Kristian Halken
as
Grethe Holmer
as
Aksel Rasmussen
as
Susanne Heinrich
as Mogens' Mother
Morten Gundel
as Young Kaj
Anne Sofie Anvig
as Young Gerda
Crew
Director
- Peter Schrøder
Writer
- Peter Bay
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Just a Girl examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Peter Schrøder brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1995, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Just a Girl took approximately 8 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 170 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 205 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
- The film contains approximately 1024 individual shots.
- The screenplay went through 8 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 1995, when this film was released:
- Globalization was accelerating economic and cultural exchange.
- The end of the Cold War was reshaping global politics.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: December 15, 1995
- Runtime: 2h 50m