Father of Four: On Bornholm

Father of Four: On Bornholm

1959 · 100 min · ★ 5.8 · Family, Comedy

The popular Danish family are vacationing on the island of Bornholm. Unfortunately, they have not been able to get hotel rooms, but Tiny Per, always resourceful, have come up with the idea that they must sleep in a tent. Father and Uncle Anders are not quite enthusiastic about the idea, but there is nothing else to do.

Directed by Alice O'Fredericks

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