Asta Nielsen's erotic 'Gaucho' dance caused an uproar when 'Afgrunden'(directed by Peter Urban Gad) was released in 1910. Her debut role made her a star immediately - the first film diva. Since then, Nielsen remained popular because of her sex appeal, sense of style and androgynous looks. The Filmmuseum dedicates a programme to Nielsen, January 11 - February 8th 2009.
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