

A picture of the life of the Danish people from the late 1820s to the introduction of the free constitution in 1849. A fictional character, Rasmus Nielsen, travels around the country, first as a traveling teacher, later in other positions, and through his experiences we are introduced to the conditions of various population groups. The central figure in the portrayal of historical figures is the politician Orla Lehmann.
Director: Svend Methling

Præsten

Rasmus Nielsen

Dr. Jacob Dampe
Den gamle skoleholder

Orla Leehmann

Præstefruen

Gårdmanden
Sognefogeden

Niels Nielsen

Jens Uwe Lornsen