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Babette's Feast

G19871h 44mGabriel Axel

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"Artistic, sensual and sacred passions unite in Babette's Feast."

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.

DramaHistoryComedy
ServantCharityCommunity ServiceCatholicFeastReconciliationSectFrenchwomanCoastal VillageMaster Servant Relationship

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Frequently asked questions

What is Babette's Feast (1987) 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.

Who stars in Babette's Feast?

Babette's Feast stars Stéphane Audran (Babette), Bodil Kjer (Filippa), Birgitte Federspiel (Martine), Jarl Kulle (General Lorens Löwenhielm), Jean-Philippe Lafont (Achille Papin). The film was directed by Gabriel Axel.

How long is Babette's Feast?

Babette's Feast has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1987. It is rated G.

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