Annelise Hovmand

Annelise Hovmand was a pioneering Danish film director, screenwriter, and editor, notable for being one of the first female directors in Denmark. She began her career as a film editor before transitioning to directing. Hovmand's debut feature, Arvingen (1954), explores themes of inheritance and family dynamics. She continued to direct films that often focused on social issues, including Ingen tid til kærtegn (1957) and Ta' det som en mand, frue! (1975). Hovmand's work paved the way for future generations of female filmmakers in Denmark.

Other name:

Annelise Reffs,

Hannelise Hovmand

Gender:

Female

Birthday:

Sep 17, 1924

Deathday:

28 thg 12, 2016

Place of birth:

Copenhagen, Denmark