The Finnster (2010)
Finn (15) is an uncomplicated schoolboy until one day, coming home from school, he catches his father Roelof in his moms dress. The man Finn has looked up to his whole life, wants to become a woman. Finn, just discovering his own sexuality, is troubled by this new discovery. A struggle with feelings of shame, love and loyalty follows. Luckily Lizzie, his newfound friend, is there to help him.
Director: Thomas Korthals Altes
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 49 min
Release Date: September 26, 2010
Cast
- Jelmer Ouwerkerk - Finn
- Remko Vrijdag - Roelof
- Susan Visser - Myla
- Abbey Hoes - Lizzie
- Bart Klever - Neighbour
- Saskia Rinsma - Evelien
- Everd van der Meulen - Eduard
- Rein Hofman - Teacher
- Roos Ouwehand - Woman in support group
- Sylvia Poorta - Therapist
Screenplay
Editing: Elsbeth Kasteel
Production: Pupkin
Country: Netherlands
Language: Nederlands
Original Language: nl
Themes
Father-Son Conflict and Reconciliation, Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery
Keywords
transvestite, coming of age, lgbt, father son relationship
More Films by Director: Thomas Korthals Altes
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Finnster about?
- Finn (15) is an uncomplicated schoolboy until one day, coming home from school, he catches his father Roelof in his moms dress. The man Finn has looked up to his whole life, wants to become a woman. Finn, just discovering his own sexuality, is troubled by this new discovery. A struggle with feelings of shame, love and loyalty follows. Luckily Lizzie, his newfound friend, is there to help him.
- Who directed The Finnster?
- The Finnster was directed by Thomas Korthals Altes.
- Who stars in The Finnster?
- The Finnster stars Jelmer Ouwerkerk, Remko Vrijdag, Susan Visser, Abbey Hoes, Bart Klever, Saskia Rinsma.
- How long is The Finnster?
- The Finnster has a runtime of 49m (49 minutes).
- What genre is The Finnster?
- The Finnster is a Drama film.
- Where was The Finnster produced?
- The Finnster was produced in Netherlands.
- What are the themes of The Finnster?
- The themes of The Finnster include: Father-Son Conflict and Reconciliation, Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery.