The painter Jørgen has talent but no luck. His upstairs neighbor is a ballet dancer and may not have much talent, but she does have good luck. Director Bang promises her that he will support her theater if she takes the lead role herself. Else is not particularly enthusiastic about the arrangement and Bang's courtship. Jørgen also has his eye on the beautiful girl, but is too shy to speak out. He's not happy about the development either.
Costume
Gorgeous 1930s Danish fashion and ballet attire.
Acting
Bodil Kjer's debut—watch a star being born.
Director
Svend Gade
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This was Bodil Kjer's film debut at age 18; she'd become Denmark's most celebrated stage actress.
Director Svend Gade was a Danish émigré who'd worked in Hollywood during the silent era, bringing American pacing to Scandinavian comedy.
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