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Romantic drama

the Detour (2000): Cast

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the Detour is a 2000 romantic drama directed by Frouke Fokkema, starring Jan Decleir, Halina Reijn and Tamar van den Dop. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes.

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the Detour (2000) movie poster
Release year
Runtime
1h 38m (98 min)
Director
Frouke Fokkema
Genres
Romance , Drama
Original language
German
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is the Detour About?

The premise of the Detour without spoilers.

After a breakup leaves her at a women’s relief centre in Rotterdam, Joanna takes a library job and, drawn to a Thomas Bernhard play, becomes absorbed in his philosophy. A friend’s invitation to the French Pyrenees leads her to detour through Austria to meet the reclusive playwright, and in seeking connection she ultimately discovers her own identity.

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Cast & crew

the Detour Cast

Jan Decleir leads the cast, with Halina Reijn and Tamar van den Dop. Directed by Frouke Fokkema; 13 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Frouke Fokkema

One more film directed by Frouke Fokkema: Vigour.

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the Detour Also Known As

Also known as “De Omweg”.

Also known as
  • De Omweg

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FAQ

the Detour FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is the Detour?

the Detour runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

When was the Detour released?

the Detour was released in 2000.

Who directed the Detour?

the Detour was directed by Frouke Fokkema.

More films by Frouke Fokkema

Who is in the cast of the Detour?

the Detour stars Jan Decleir, Halina Reijn and Tamar van den Dop, among 13 credited actors.

Does the Detour have a post-credit scene?

No. the Detour has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is the Detour in?

The original language of the Detour is German.

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