Cecilia

Cecilia

1991 · 119 min · Drama

In nineteenth century Jutland, Mikkel Krænsen, a peddler of knitted goods, wants the best for his daughter Cecilia, who is in love with the neighbour's son Esben. Only too late, the father realises that love is not as manageable as business.

Directed by Hans Christian Nørregaard · Written by Hans Christian Nørregaard

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