When Absalon’s son, Martin—who is roughly Anne's age—returns home, he and Anne fall into a passionate and forbidden romance.
(internationally known as Day of Wrath or Vredens dag ), released in 1943 , is a masterpiece of Danish cinema directed by Carl Theodor Dreyer . Background & Context [cb01 ac] Dies Irae 1943
Anne, a young woman, is married to the elderly and stern Pastor Absalon. Their loveless union is further strained by Absalon’s overbearing and suspicious mother, Merete. When Absalon’s son
Haunted by guilt and the belief that she may have inherited supernatural powers, Anne's life unravels. After Absalon’s sudden death, Merete accuses her of using witchcraft to kill him. Abandoned by a guilt-stricken Martin, Anne eventually confesses to the "sin" of sorcery. Artistic Style Martin—who is roughly Anne's age—returns home