Per Gjersøe
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Per Gjersøe (13 October 1908 – 6 November 1980) was a Norwegian actor, stage instructor and film director. Gjersøe was born in Tønsberg on 13 October 1908. He made his stage debut at Nationaltheatret in 1938. From 1945 to 1950 he was assigned at Studioteatret, and later at Det nye Teater, Riksteatret, Fjernsynsteatret, Teatret Vårt in Molde, and at Den Nationale Scene in Bergen. His first independent stage production was an adaptation of Arthur Koestler's play Twilight Bar in 1946, and in 1947 he staged Ingmar Bergman's play Hets. In 1962 he co-directed the film Tonny, based on Jens Bjørneboe's novel Den onde hyrde, in cooperation with Nils R. Müller. He was among the co-founders of the regional theatre for Møre og Romsdal, Teatret Vårt, in 1972. He died in Oslo on 6 November 1980.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Per Gjersøe reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 6 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Per Gjersøe's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Per Gjersøe remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Stompa forelsker seg, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Per Gjersøe Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Per Gjersøe's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Per Gjersøe.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | Hennes meget kongelige høyhet | Ambassadøren | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Lik til salgs | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Cocktailparty | Alexander Mac Colgie Gibbs | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Stompa forelsker seg | Legen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Nydelige nelliker | Byrettsdommeren | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Onkel Vanja | Serebrjakov | Flop | Similar → |
Per Gjersøe - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Per Gjersøe?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Per Gjersøe is "Stompa forelsker seg" with a rating of 5.0/10.
How many movies has Per Gjersøe acted in?
Per Gjersøe has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Per Gjersøe?
Other notable films include "Cocktailparty", "Onkel Vanja", and "Nydelige nelliker".