Count Axel(2001)
Count Axel is a comedy that takes place somewhere in the Nordic countries in 1783. It's a classic comedy about mixed identities, with strong elements of contemporary humour and satire.
Movie: Count Axel
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Axel
Leonora Amalie
William
Poul
Ridefogeden
Richard
Peter
Baronesse Gjerløv
Kroejer
Provsten
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Count Axel is a comedy that takes place somewhere in the Nordic countries in 1783. It's a classic comedy about mixed identities, with strong elements of contemporary humour and satire.
Release Date
2001-04-06
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