It may appear to be smooth sailing, but the atmosphere behind the scenes at Poul and Jørgen's racing team is tense: the big race is just around the corner, and a deposed member of the team is trying to sabotage them. As if that's not enough, Jørgen can't stay away from Poul's girlfriend. The danger of capsizing is therefore imminent - but then Poul's cousin Basse appears.
Direction
Lauritzen and O'Fredericks: rare male-female directing duo of the era.
Production
Authentic 1930s Danish sporting culture on glorious display.
Acting
Ego Brønnum-Jacobsen's deadpan police officer steals scenes.
Director
Lau Lauritzen Jr.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
1935 Denmark loved rowing comedies—this capitalized on national sporting pride between wars.
Alice O'Fredericks became Denmark's most prolific female director; this early collaboration launched her legendary career.
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