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The Little Shipowner (1988)

10.019880h 55mNL
FamilyComedyDrama

Directed by Marc Lybaert

Rating

10.0/10

Runtime

0h 55m

Language

NL

Release

February 14, 1988

Director

Marc Lybaert

Overview

A film made for television, based on the book of the same name by Libera Carlier. A Flemish family decides to spend the summer holidays on de Schelde. Father Janssen buys a second-hand boat and together with his wife and two sons he sets sail. What follows is a sequence of pleasant moments and disap...

Cast

Jo De Meyere

Jo De Meyere

Vader Janssen

Sien Eggers

Sien Eggers

Mia

Suzanne Juchtmans

Suzanne Juchtmans

Dame

Machteld Ramoudt

Machteld Ramoudt

Moeder Janssen

Edward Rooze

Edward Rooze

Karel

Bert Struys

Bert Struys

Schipper

Derrick Struys

Derrick Struys

Zoon

Jannick Struys

Jannick Struys

Zoon

Oswald Versyp

Oswald Versyp

Zeiler

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Little Shipowner (1988), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A film made for television, based on the book of the same name by Libera Carlier. A Flemish family decides to spend the summer holidays on de Schelde. Father Janssen buys a second-hand boat and together with his wife and two sons he sets sail. What follows is a sequence of pleasant moments and disappointments, watched by the sceptical mother Janssen.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Little Shipowner. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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