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Soldier of Orange (1977)

"Love first. Fight later"

7.119772h 28mNL
DramaThrillerWar

Directed by Paul Verhoeven

Rating

7.1/10

Runtime

2h 28m

Language

NL

Release

September 22, 1977

Director

Paul Verhoeven

Overview

The lives of Erik Lanshof and five of his closest friends take different paths when the German army invades the Netherlands in 1940: fight and resistance, fear and resignation, collaboration and high treason.

Cast

Rutger Hauer

Rutger Hauer

Erik Lanshof

Jeroen Krabbé

Jeroen Krabbé

Guus LeJeune

Lex van Delden

Lex van Delden

Nico

Derek de Lint

Derek de Lint

Alex

Huib Rooymans

Huib Rooymans

Jan Weinberg

Dolf de Vries

Dolf de Vries

Jack Ten Brinck

Eddy Habbema

Eddy Habbema

Robby Froost

Belinda Meuldijk

Belinda Meuldijk

Esther

Peter Faber

Peter Faber

Will Dostgaarde

Rijk de Gooyer

Rijk de Gooyer

Gestapo Agent Breitner

Paul Brandenburg

Paul Brandenburg

SS-Obersturmführer Thelen

Ward de Ravet

Ward de Ravet

Resistance Leader

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Soldier of Orange (1977), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The lives of Erik Lanshof and five of his closest friends take different paths when the German army invades the Netherlands in 1940: fight and resistance, fear and resignation, collaboration and high treason.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Soldier of Orange. 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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