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29 Jan – 8 Feb 2026

Ach meneer

Edu Calicher | Netherlands | 2000 | 8' | IFFR 2000

A modest and sensitive story about Herman (a fine serious role by Dutch comic actor John Kraaijkamp Sr.), a lonely old coalman and widower. In the form of flashbacks, we find out more about Herman’s present and future.

Also in this combined programme

  • Privé Story

    A dancing man lives in a villa in a town centre. Without him noticing, he is spied on by others.

  • Will de Pierensteker

    Home movie aspects are catchingly brought to the fore in this ode to Rotterdam through the eyes of a young man from Zeeland.

  • De afdaling

    Intriguing short film about a pregnant woman who descents into her neighbour’s garden shed and then has a very special experience.

  • Questions and Answers

    Ode to the casual nature and directness of youth in an original film form.
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Film details

Country of production
Netherlands
Year
2000
Festival edition
IFFR 2000
Length
8'
Medium/Format
35mm