A Friend of the People (1918) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
A Friend of the People (1918) — The social storm after World War I divides the people. In the eye of the
A Friend of the People (1918) Storyline
The social storm after World War I divides the people. In the eye of the storm are three brothers fighting for the lower classes, each in his own way. Waldo the blacksmith wants a world revolution by power and violence. Ernst the typographer is convinced that knowledge and understanding, enlightenment and education is the way to go. And Kurt the ethereal watchmaker sees society as a malfunctioning clockwork that can be fixed by a simple yet drastic intervention. (Stumfilm.dk)
Full Cast & Crew
- Gunnar Tolnæs as Ernst Kamp - Typographer
- Svend Kornbeck as Waldo Kamp - Blacksmith
- Holger-Madsen as Kurt Kamp - Clockmaker
- Clara Schønfeld as Mother of Kamp Brothers
- Astrid Holm as Jonna Kamp - Waldo's Wife
- Carl Lauritzen as Truchs - Prime Minister
- Lilly Jacobson as Irene - PM's Daughter
- Frederik Jacobsen as Wender - Editor
- Adolf Jensen as Hilling - Editor
Why Watch A Friend of the People?
The Vibe: A Friend of the People is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1918. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.5/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with drama-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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