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The Man Who Thought Life
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The Man Who Thought Life

1969-05-09 · 93 min · ★ 6.5

Horror · Science Fiction

The mysterious Mr. Steinmetz has acquired the ability to create things and beings by will alone. Only, after a while his creations invariably disappear. He therefore approaches a famous brain surgeon, Max Holst, who he hopes can help him with this problem. When Max refuses, Steinmetz brings his doppelgänger into being to replace him.

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Directors
Jens Ravn
Production companies
ASA, Palladium
Countries
Denmark
Status
Released

Top Cast

Preben NeergaardPreben NeergaardMax Holst
John PriceJohn PriceSteinmetz
Lotte TarpLotte TarpSusanne
Lars LunøeLars LunøeRobert
Kirsten RolffesKirsten RolffesVærtinden
Ejner FederspielEjner FederspielButleren
Elith PioElith PioOverlægen
Jørgen BeckJørgen BeckKriminalassistenten
Tove MaësTove MaësKasserersken
Kai ChristoffersenTjeneren
Nuni TholstrupSygeplejerske
Marchen PasserMarchen PasserSygeplejerske

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