Antonia's Line (1995)

A motion picture that celebrates everything you love about life.

Antonia's Line (1995) poster

After World War II, Antonia and her daughter, Danielle, go back to their Dutch hometown, where Antonia's late mother has bestowed a small farm upon her. There, Antonia settles down and joins a tightly-knit but unusual community. Those around her include quirky friend Crooked Finger, would-be suitor Bas and, eventually for Antonia, a granddaughter and great-granddaughter who help create a strong family of empowered women.

Director: Marleen Gorris
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Runtime: 102 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Ilona Sekacz
Cinematography: Willy Stassen
Editing: Michiel Reichwein, Wim Louwrier
Production: Bergen Film, Bard Entertainments, NPS Televisie, Prime Time
Country: Netherlands, United Kingdom, Belgium
Language: Nederlands
Budget: $900,000
Original Language: nl

Themes

Widowhood and Coping with Loss, Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Underdogs' Funny Struggle for Victory, Underdog Triumphs, Stories of Hope and Redemption

Keywords

underdog, mentally disabled, suicide, right and justice, rape, free love, parent child relationship, loss of loved one, village life, philosophy, widow, freedom, peasant, village, world war ii

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Antonia's Line about?
After World War II, Antonia and her daughter, Danielle, go back to their Dutch hometown, where Antonia's late mother has bestowed a small farm upon her. There, Antonia settles down and joins a tightly-knit but unusual community. Those around her include quirky friend Crooked Finger, would-be suitor Bas and, eventually for Antonia, a granddaughter and great-granddaughter who help create a strong family of empowered women.
Who directed Antonia's Line?
Antonia's Line was directed by Marleen Gorris.
Who stars in Antonia's Line?
Antonia's Line stars Willeke van Ammelrooy, Els Dottermans, Dora van der Groen, Veerle van Overloop, Carolien Spoor, Esther Vriesendorp.
How long is Antonia's Line?
Antonia's Line has a runtime of 1h 42m (102 minutes).
What genre is Antonia's Line?
Antonia's Line is a Drama, Comedy film.
What is the budget of Antonia's Line?
Antonia's Line had a budget of $900,000.
Where was Antonia's Line produced?
Antonia's Line was produced in Netherlands, United Kingdom, Belgium.
What are the themes of Antonia's Line?
The themes of Antonia's Line include: Widowhood and Coping with Loss, Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Underdogs' Funny Struggle for Victory, Underdog Triumphs, Stories of Hope and Redemption.