De Proefkonijnen (1979)
The men of Chemics International lead a quiet life. However, this is cruelly disrupted by an industrial accident in which a toxic substance is released. Some workers are killed; many others are irrevocably contaminated and may suffer permanent injuries. The management, government, press and unions do not react, seeing this as an unfortunate incident. When one of Herman and Jef's best friends also dies, they have had enough. Together they made an ultimate attempt to reveal the truth to the outside world.
Director: Guido Henderickx
Genre: Drama
Release Date: December 1, 1979
Cast
- Jan Decleir - Jef
- Peter Faber - Herman
- Chris Lomme - Ann
- An Nelissen - Rita
- Yvonne Delcour - Moeder
- Vic Moeremans - Trainer
- Doris Arden
- Bert Abspoel
- Juliette Van de Sompel - W.C.-madame
- Lia Lee
Screenplay
- Guido Henderickx (Scenario Writer)
- Piet Pirijns (Scenario Writer)
Music: Alain Pierre
Cinematography: Walther van den Ende
Editing: Magda Reypens, Ludo Troch
Production: Ministerie van Nationale Opvoeding en Nederlandse Cultuur (België), Spiralfilm
Country: Belgium, Netherlands
Language: Nederlands
Original Language: nl
Themes
Heartbreaking Tragic Losses, Keening Grief and Mourning Process, Reflections on Life and Death, Medical Drama and Hospital, Stories of Heartbreak and Suffering
Keywords
chemical, hospital, death
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is De Proefkonijnen about?
- The men of Chemics International lead a quiet life. However, this is cruelly disrupted by an industrial accident in which a toxic substance is released. Some workers are killed; many others are irrevocably contaminated and may suffer permanent injuries. The management, government, press and unions do not react, seeing this as an unfortunate incident. When one of Herman and Jef's best friends also dies, they have had enough. Together they made an ultimate attempt to reveal the truth to the outside world.
- Who directed De Proefkonijnen?
- De Proefkonijnen was directed by Guido Henderickx.
- Who stars in De Proefkonijnen?
- De Proefkonijnen stars Jan Decleir, Peter Faber, Chris Lomme, An Nelissen, Yvonne Delcour, Vic Moeremans.
- What genre is De Proefkonijnen?
- De Proefkonijnen is a Drama film.
- Where was De Proefkonijnen produced?
- De Proefkonijnen was produced in Belgium, Netherlands.
- What are the themes of De Proefkonijnen?
- The themes of De Proefkonijnen include: Heartbreaking Tragic Losses, Keening Grief and Mourning Process, Reflections on Life and Death, Medical Drama and Hospital, Stories of Heartbreak and Suffering.