Søskende 1966

Overview

Søskende is a 1966 drama film that runs for one hour and thirty minutes. The plot follows three siblings who reunite after many years when they are called to their father’s deathbed. The eldest sibling, Arthur, is a lawyer who appears to have his life under control. In contrast, the middle child, Irene, is struggling with an abusive husband, while the youngest brother, Michael, lives an unstable life involving alcohol and prostitutes. As the three siblings gather in their father's living room, a major family drama unfolds. They initially attempt to resolve their differences and reach an agreement to support one another rather than continue arguing about past affairs. However, the situation shifts when their sick father suddenly falls down the stairs. The film was released in Denmark on September 2, 1966. It is categorized as a drama and is archived under the title Søskende. The narrative focuses on the complex interpersonal dynamics and tensions that arise between the siblings during this critical moment in their family history.