Leaves from Satan's Book
Originally released in 1920. Leaves from Satan's Book is a drama/history film. directed by Carl Theodor Dreyer. With a runtime of 2h 37m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Helge Nissen, Halvard Hoff, and Jacob Texiere
Synopsis
The power of Satan is highlighted in four historical tales: the betrayal and subsequent arrest of Jesus, the Spanish Inquisition, the French Revolution and the execution of Marie Antoinette, and the Finnish War of Independence in 1918.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 15, 1920
105 years ago
Runtime
2h 37m
157 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (43 votes)
Language
DA
Original language
Country
Denmark
Production
Director
Top Cast
Helge Nissen
as Satan / The Grand Inquisitor / Erneste / Ivan
Halvard Hoff
as Jesus (first sequence)
Jacob Texiere
as Judas (first sequence) (as Jacob Texière)
Hallander Helleman
as Don Gomez de Castro (second sequence)
Ebon Strandin
as Isabel - Castro's Daughter (second sequence)
Johannes Meyer
as Don Fernandez (second sequence)
Nalle Halden
as The Majordomo (second sequence)
Tenna Kraft
as Marie Antoinette (third sequence)
Viggo Wiehe
as Count de Chambord (third sequence)
Emma Wiehe
as The Countess of Chambord (third sequence)
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leaves from Satan's Book about?
The power of Satan is highlighted in four historical tales: the betrayal and subsequent arrest of Jesus, the Spanish Inquisition, the French Revolution and the execution of Marie Antoinette, and th...
Who directed Leaves from Satan's Book?
Leaves from Satan's Book was directed by Carl Theodor Dreyer.
How long is Leaves from Satan's Book?
Leaves from Satan's Book has a runtime of 2 hours and 37 minutes (157 minutes total).
When was Leaves from Satan's Book released?
Leaves from Satan's Book was released on November 15, 1920 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Leaves from Satan's Book?
The main cast of Leaves from Satan's Book includes Helge Nissen, Halvard Hoff, Jacob Texiere, Hallander Helleman, Ebon Strandin.