Merijntje Gijzen's Boyhood (1936)
Merijntje Gijzen is a small boy growing up in Brabant, in the south of the Netherlands. One day, out on one of his walks, he meets infamous poacher 'De Kruik,' and the two become friends. De Kruik is in love with Janekee but she is more interested in the new village policeman.
Director: Kurt Gerron
Runtime: 92 min
Release Date: September 17, 1936
Cast
- Marcel Krols - Merijntje Gijzen
- Piet Bron - Goort 'De Kruik' Perdams
- Mimi Boesnach - Janakee
- Frida Gonissen - Nelleke 'Blozekriekske'
- Aaf Bouber - Janske
- Harry Boda - Flierefluiter
- Matthieu van Eysden - Vader Gijzen
- Joekie Broedelet - Moeder Gijzen
- Kees Brusse - Arjaan Gijzen
- Frits Van Dijk - Walter, de schrijver
Screenplay
- A.M. de Jong (Screenplay)
- A.M. de Jong (Novel)
Music: Max Tak
Editing: Jan Teunissen
Language: Nederlands
Original Language: nl
More Films by Director: Kurt Gerron
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Merijntje Gijzen's Boyhood about?
- Merijntje Gijzen is a small boy growing up in Brabant, in the south of the Netherlands. One day, out on one of his walks, he meets infamous poacher 'De Kruik,' and the two become friends. De Kruik is in love with Janekee but she is more interested in the new village policeman.
- Who directed Merijntje Gijzen's Boyhood?
- Merijntje Gijzen's Boyhood was directed by Kurt Gerron.
- Who stars in Merijntje Gijzen's Boyhood?
- Merijntje Gijzen's Boyhood stars Marcel Krols, Piet Bron, Mimi Boesnach, Frida Gonissen, Aaf Bouber, Harry Boda.
- How long is Merijntje Gijzen's Boyhood?
- Merijntje Gijzen's Boyhood has a runtime of 1h 32m (92 minutes).