Carmen Curlers

Overview
Set in 1963, a groundbreaking entrepreneurial journey unfolds in a humble basement of a quaint Danish town. Over the next few years, the venture flourishes, ballooning to a workforce of 3,500, predominantly women. These women embark on a transformative experience, discovering both the empowerment and obstacles that come with financial independence. Carmen Curlers captures the essence of a pivotal moment in history, highlighting the personal and societal shifts that arise as these individuals navigate the complexities of work and identity in a rapidly changing world.
Episodes
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1

Summer (August 1963)
Axel Byvang envisions a way to escape his tough circumstances by creating a gadget that can style women's hair in just ten minutes. However, his initi...
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2

Summer (August/September 1963)
As the nation's largest beauty fair approaches, Axel reaches out to Tove and Frans for assistance. Meanwhile, Birthe faces a heartbreaking situation w...
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3

Summer/Fall (September 1963)
Title: Summer/Fall (September 1963) Plot: The beauty fair's curler scandal has spread throughout Denmark, leaving Axel's business in ruins. He’s no...
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4

Fall (October 1963)
Axel takes out a loan of a million kroner from the bank to construct a factory aimed at producing Carmen Curlers for a global market. However, he now ...
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5

Fall (November 1963)
The Carmen Curlers factory officially launches, and Birthe steps into her new role as HR manager. Meanwhile, Axel eagerly anticipates the upcoming Chr...
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6

Fall (Two Days at the End of November 1963)
At the bustling Carmen factory, curlers are flying off the production line, but Frans finds himself with little to occupy his time. Seeking a change, ...
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7

Winter/Spring (1963/1964)
Axel hopes to rekindle his romance with Tove in time for a big Christmas sale, but winning her back proves to be a challenge as Tove is determined to ...
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8

Spring (1964)
Title: Spring (1964) Plot: After achieving great success in Paris, Axel and Frans come back with a hefty order for 10,000 curler sets. The tight dead...
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Welcome to Carmen
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Episode 2
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Episode 3
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Episode 4
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Episode 5
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Episode 6
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Episode 7