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The Proclamation of King Frederik VIII

1906 · 3 min Documentary
3.0 / 10 · TMDB

The shift of the crown was paralleled by a new epoch of cinema in Denmark. Peter Elfelt had been the dominant figure in early Danish film. After some rather insignificant films, Ole Olsen founded the success of Nordisk Films Kompagni upon this film and 'The Funeral of King Christian IX'.

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Original Title Proklamationen af Kong Frederik d. VIII
Year 1906
Genre Documentary
Director Ole Olsen
Runtime 3 min.
Rating TMDB: 3.0/10 (2 votes)

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The film constructs a direct historical record, relying on an observational, static frame to document the proclamation ceremony. It explores the nascent power of cinema as a tool for witnessing, prioritizing authenticity over narrative.

What lingers after viewing is the palpable sense of a moment frozen in time, a foundational piece of film history that captures both a royal transition and a pivotal shift in Danish cinema itself. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Ole Olsen

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