Constantin Philpsen
One of the founders of the Cinema of Denmark
About Constantin Philpsen
Lived 1859 – 1925 (aged 65). Constantin Philpsen was a Danish film producer, film director and cinema owner.
Lauritz Carl Constantin Philipsen (1 December 1859 in Copenhagen; died 23 August 1925 Copenhagen) is credited as one of the founders of the Cinema of Denmark.
Biography
Philipsen, a photographer toured Scandinavian nations from 1898 with his magic lantern He eventually sold his photography business to enter the emerging world of cinema on a full-time basis.
Philipsen opened Denmark's first viable cinema the 158 seat Kosmorama in 1904 in Copenhagen He opened 26 more Kosmorama Cinemas in Denmark between 1905 and 1906. Though the majority of cinemas seated at most 300-400 people, Philipsen opened the large Palace Cinema seating 2500 and using a 30 piece orchestra in to former site of Copenhagen's Grand Central Railway station
In addition to owning cinemas Philipsen began producing his own films from 1909.
Legacy His son Preben Philipsen (1910–2005) named his Constantin Film company after his father.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Constantin Philpsen?
one of the founders of the Cinema of Denmark
When was Constantin Philpsen born?
Constantin Philpsen was born on 1 December 1859 in Copenhagen.
When did Constantin Philpsen die?
Constantin Philpsen died on 23 August 1925 in Copenhagen.
What was Constantin Philpsen's occupation?
Constantin Philpsen was a film producer, film director and cinema owner.
What nationality was Constantin Philpsen?
Constantin Philpsen was Danish.
Sources & further reading
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