The Blackleg
Originally released in 1919. The Blackleg is a comedy film. directed by Lau Lauritzen Sr.. At just 8 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Oscar Stribolt and Carl Schenstrøm
Synopsis
Mr Basse – a cheerful, if somewhat lazy fellow – reluctantly shows up at the employment agency. It soon transpires that he is no good at selling newspapers. Dejected, he is on his way home when he happens to pass by a construction site just as the bricklayers are going on strike. Basse immediately eyes an opportunity to make a bit of money: ignoring the protests of the workmen, he has no problem with becoming a blackleg. But at the construction site, too, not everything goes according to the plan for the unfortunate Mr. Basse. (stumfilm.dk)
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 9, 1919
106 years ago
Runtime
0h 8m
8 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
DA
Original language
Country
Denmark
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DA
Production Companies
- Nordisk Film Denmark
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Blackleg about?
Mr Basse – a cheerful, if somewhat lazy fellow – reluctantly shows up at the employment agency. It soon transpires that he is no good at selling newspapers. Dejected, he is on his way home when...
Who directed The Blackleg?
The Blackleg was directed by Lau Lauritzen Sr..
How long is The Blackleg?
The Blackleg has a runtime of 0 hours and 8 minutes (8 minutes total).
When was The Blackleg released?
The Blackleg was released on March 9, 1919 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Blackleg?
The main cast of The Blackleg includes Oscar Stribolt, Carl Schenstrøm.