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De Vlaschaard (1983): Cast

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De Vlaschaard is a 1983 drama directed by Jan Gruyaert, starring Vic Moeremans as boer Vermeulen, Dora van der Groen and René van Sambeek. It runs 1 hour 25 minutes.

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De Vlaschaard (1983) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 25m (85 min)
Director
Jan Gruyaert
Genre
Drama
Original language
Dutch
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is De Vlaschaard About?

The premise of De Vlaschaard without spoilers.

In a flax‑rich region of Flanders, patriarchal farmer Vermeulen runs his estate with stern, authoritarian rule, dismissing any counsel. His wife Barbele tolerates his harshness, while their studious son Louis labors tirelessly yet receives no praise. His two sisters are sent to an upscale nunnery school. Vermeulen’s ill‑advised choice of a poorly drained field and late sowing forces the harvest to fetch a lower price, deepening the family’s hardship.

De Vlaschaard Themes & Keywords

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  • barefoot woman
  • bare chested male
  • father son relationship
  • slapping
  • public humiliation
  • drinking
  • dancing
  • corporal punishment
  • caning
  • beating
  • abuse
  • based on novel
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Cast & crew

De Vlaschaard Cast & Characters

Vic Moeremans leads the cast as boer Vermeulen, with Dora van der Groen as Barbele and René van Sambeek as Louis. Directed by Jan Gruyaert; 4 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Jan Gruyaert

One more film directed by Jan Gruyaert: The Enclosure.

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FAQ

De Vlaschaard FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of De Vlaschaard, each answered in a sentence.

How long is De Vlaschaard?

De Vlaschaard runs 1 hour 25 minutes (85 minutes).

When was De Vlaschaard released?

De Vlaschaard was released on July 1, 1983.

Who directed De Vlaschaard?

De Vlaschaard was directed by Jan Gruyaert.

More films by Jan Gruyaert

Who is in the cast of De Vlaschaard?

De Vlaschaard stars Vic Moeremans as boer Vermeulen, Dora van der Groen as Barbele and René van Sambeek as Louis, among 4 credited actors.

Does De Vlaschaard have a post-credit scene?

No. De Vlaschaard has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is De Vlaschaard in?

The original language of De Vlaschaard is Dutch.

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