Lau Laritzen Jr.
1910–1977 (age 67)
Biography
Lau Laritzen Jr. enriched Danish cinema through screenwriting that balanced vivid characters with emotionally resonant storytelling. His scripts supported films that explored human relationships with honesty and empathy, contributing to the country’s cinematic identity.
He collaborated widely, encouraging dialogue between directors, actors, and crew, and upheld a standard of excellence both on set and in the editing room. Laid to rest at Hørsholm Kirkegård, his legacy endures in the films that still speak to audiences today.