@celeste_writes
A patient, formally daring work — the cinematography lingers on empty rooms longer than most audiences will tolerate, but those who stay are rewarded with the most haunting final act of the year.
After World War II, Antonia and her daughter, Danielle, go back to their Dutch hometown, where Antonia's late mother has bestowed a small farm upon her. There, Antonia settles down and joins a tightly-knit but unusual community. Those around her include quirky friend Crooked Finger, would-be suitor Bas and, eventually for Antonia, a granddaughter and great-granddaughter who help create a strong family of empowered women.
Quick Stats
6.9
TMDB Rating
151
Votes
1h 42m
Runtime
$900K
Budget
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Box Office
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Key Crew
DirectorMarleen Gorris
WriterMarleen Gorris
CinematographyWilly Stassen
ComposerIlona Sekacz
EditorMichiel Reichwein
Production DesignHarry Ammerlaan
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Critics & Reviews
3 featured@jhalberg
I walked in expecting another genre exercise and walked out feeling like I'd been eavesdropping on a confession. The lead performance is genuinely singular — a career-defining turn.
@priya_a
A few too many scenes feel borrowed from a better film, but the soundtrack and the production design carry the rest. Solid recommendation for fans of slow-burn European thrillers.
Cast
Willeke van Ammelrooy
Antonia
Els Dottermans
Danielle
Dora van der Groen
Allegonde
V
Veerle van Overloop
Thérèse
Carolien Spoor
Thérèse (6)
E
Esther Vriesendorp
Thérèse (13)
T
Thyrza Ravesteijn
Sarah
M
Mil Seghers
Krummer Finger
Jan Decleir
Sebastian
Elsie de Brauw
Lara
Reinout Bussemaker
Simon
Marina de Graaf
Deedee
Wimie Wilhelm
Lippen Willem
F
Fran Waller Zeper
Olga
Filip Peeters
Pitte
