Cast
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Ole Lemmeke
as Holger Mikkelsen
Lena Nilsson
as Gerda
Michael Moritzen
as Christian Borck
Lars Simonsen
as Kjeld
Per Morberg
as Leo
Thomas Kim Hoder
as Jacob
Joy-Maria Frederiksen
as Ingelise
Waage Sandø
as Læge Frederiksen
Søren Sætter-Lassen
as The poet
John Hahn-Petersen
as The boat workshop manager
Ditte Strauss
as Erna
Gordon Kennedy
as German with long legs
Ebbe Trenskow
as German
Hugo Øster Bendtsen
as Chauffeur
Poul Erik Christensen
as Cro band member
Crew
Director
- Morten Henriksen
Writer
- Morten Henriksen
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Naked Trees 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 Morten Henriksen 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 1991, 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 The Naked Trees took approximately 33 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 100 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 134 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 6 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 60 unique compositions.
- The costume department created over 106 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 1991, 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 25, 1991
- Runtime: 1h 40m