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The Assault (1986)

6.819862h 24mNL
WarDramaThriller

Directed by Fons Rademakers

Rating

6.8/10

Runtime

2h 24m

Language

NL

Release

February 6, 1986

Director

Fons Rademakers

Official Trailer

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Overview

At the end of WWII the Dutch resistance kills a German officer in front of the house of a Dutch family. Years after the war the young boy who witnessed the killing runs into the members of the resistance who committed the killing.

Cast

Derek de Lint

Derek de Lint

Anton Steenwijk

Marc van Uchelen

Marc van Uchelen

Young Anton Steenwijk

Monique van de Ven

Monique van de Ven

Saskia de Graaff

Johnny Kraaijkamp Sr.

Johnny Kraaijkamp Sr.

Cor Takes

Christian Golusda

Christian Golusda

German Officer

Harold Bendig

Harold Bendig

German Officer

Lex Wiertz

Lex Wiertz

Herring Seller

Huub van der Lubbe

Huub van der Lubbe

Fake Ploeg

Elly Weller

Elly Weller

Mrs. Beumer

Ina van der Molen

Ina van der Molen

Karin Korteweg

Frans Vorstman

Frans Vorstman

Father Steenwijk

Edda Barends

Edda Barends

Mother Steenwijk

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Assault (1986), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

At the end of WWII the Dutch resistance kills a German officer in front of the house of a Dutch family. Years after the war the young boy who witnessed the killing runs into the members of the resistance who committed the killing.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Assault. 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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