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Ciske the Rat (1984)

6.519841h 47mNL
Drama

Directed by Guido Pieters

Rating

6.5/10

Runtime

1h 47m

Language

NL

Release

March 29, 1984

Director

Guido Pieters

Overview

Lovable Amsterdam street urchin, 11 year old Ciske is nevertheless much in need of love as the Dutch 1984 title suggests. He is a scamp with a heart of gold. He causes havoc in the classroom pouring ink over his teacher yet when a polio-crippled boy joins the class Ciske is one of the only children ...

Top Cast

Danny de MunkWilleke van AmmelrooyHerman van VeenWillem NijholtPeter FaberRijk de Gooyer

Cast

Danny de Munk

Danny de Munk

Ciske Vrijmoeth / Ciske de Rat

Willeke van Ammelrooy

Willeke van Ammelrooy

Moeder Marie

Herman van Veen

Herman van Veen

Meester Bruis

Willem Nijholt

Willem Nijholt

Oom Henri

Peter Faber

Peter Faber

Vader Cor

Rijk de Gooyer

Rijk de Gooyer

Rechercheur Muyskens

Linda van Dyck

Linda van Dyck

Tante Jans

Carolien van den Berg

Carolien van den Berg

Tante Chris

Ingeborg Uyt den Boogaard

Ingeborg Uyt den Boogaard

Schooljuffrouw

Rudi Falkenhagen

Rudi Falkenhagen

Cafebaas

Hans Holtkamp

Hans Holtkamp

Vriend van Henri

Paul van Soest

Paul van Soest

Pieksma

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Ciske the Rat (1984), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Lovable Amsterdam street urchin, 11 year old Ciske is nevertheless much in need of love as the Dutch 1984 title suggests. He is a scamp with a heart of gold. He causes havoc in the classroom pouring ink over his teacher yet when a polio-crippled boy joins the class Ciske is one of the only children to befriend him and is bullied as a result. His mother works in a bar and Ciske helps out often late into the night - his father is at sea and his mother supplements her income with prostitution. Ciske is also a very angry young man and he smoulders with rage at life's injustices.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

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

The ending explained below clarifies the character motivations and the symbolic meaning of the final scenes that might have left some viewers puzzled.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals. If you are looking for an <strong>OTT release</strong> or want to experience the <strong>full story</strong>, this is a must-watch.

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