Babette's Feast (1987)
Original title: Babettes gæstebud
Babette's Feast is a 1987 Danish-language drama movie directed by Gabriel Axel, with a running time of 1h 44m. It stars Stéphane Audran, Bodil Kjer and Birgitte Federspiel.
A French housekeeper with a mysterious past brings quiet revolution in the form of one exquisite meal to a circle of starkly pious villagers in late 19th century Denmark.
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What is Babette's Feast about?
A French housekeeper with a mysterious past brings quiet revolution in the form of one exquisite meal to a circle of starkly pious villagers in late 19th century Denmark.
When was Babette's Feast released?
Babette's Feast was released on 11 August 1987.
How long is Babette's Feast?
Babette's Feast runs 1h 44m.
Who made Babette's Feast?
Babette's Feast was directed by Gabriel Axel.
Where can I watch Babette's Feast?
Babette's Feast is available on Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, TCM, YouTube TV and Kanopy.
Where to watch Babette's Feast
Stream: Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, TCM, YouTube TV
Watch free: Kanopy
Cast
- Stéphane Audran as Babette
- Bodil Kjer as Filippa
- Birgitte Federspiel as Martine
- Jarl Kulle as General Lorens Löwenhielm
- Jean-Philippe Lafont as Achille Papin
- Bibi Andersson as Svensk hofdame
- Ghita Nørby as Fortæller (stemme)
- Asta Esper Hagen Andersen as Anna
- Thomas Antoni as Svensk Løjtnant
- Hanne Stensgaard as Filippa som ung
- Vibeke Hastrup as Martine som ung
- Gudmar Wivesson as Lorens Löwenhielm som ung
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