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The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 (2007): Cast & Box Office

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The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 is a 2007 comedy drama directed by Jacob Thuesen, starring Jonatan Spang as Erik Nietzsche, Lars von Trier and David Dencik. It runs 1 hour 31 minutes and earned $244,545 worldwide.

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The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 (2007) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 31m (91 min)
Director
Jacob Thuesen
Genres
Comedy , Drama
Original language
Danish
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 About?

The premise of The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 without spoilers.

Erik Nietzsche, a shy young man, joins the Danish National Film School in the late 1970s, confronting hostile tutors, classmates and unwritten rules. He watches the industry's absurdities, falls in love and meets women who avoid commitment. The drama mixes comedy with a sharp portrait of the film world Erik strives to master.

The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 Themes & Keywords

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Cast & crew

The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 Cast & Characters

Jonatan Spang leads the cast as Erik Nietzsche, with Lars von Trier as Narrator (voice) and David Dencik as Zelko. Directed by Jacob Thuesen; 22 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Jacob Thuesen

One more film directed by Jacob Thuesen: Accused.

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Box office

The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 Box Office

The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 grossed $244,545 worldwide.

2007 box office

Worldwide gross

$244.5K

International
$244.5K
Details

The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “Eric Nietzsche” and “Part One - The Early Years”.

Also known as
  • Eric Nietzsche
  • Part One - The Early Years
  • Jaunystės metai
  • Erik Nietzsche, mes années de jeunesse

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The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 FAQ: Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1?

The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).

When was The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 released?

The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 was released on September 8, 2007.

Who directed The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1?

The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 was directed by Jacob Thuesen.

More films by Jacob Thuesen

Who is in the cast of The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1?

The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 stars Jonatan Spang as Erik Nietzsche, Lars von Trier as Narrator (voice) and David Dencik as Zelko, among 22 credited actors.

How much did The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 make at the box office?

The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 grossed $244,545 worldwide.

Does The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 have a post-credit scene?

No. The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 in?

The original language of The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 is Danish.

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