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1992 · 138 min · NR

Daens

Directed by Stijn Coninx · Drama, History

Daens (1992) is a Drama film, directed by Stijn Coninx set in Aalst during the 1800s.

A biopic, with a hopeful tone. Themes of class conflict, faith / religion, and power & corruption run throughout.

Cinematography
Walther van den Ende
Cast
Jan DecleirGérard DesartheAntje De BoeckMichaël PasKarel BaetensJulien SchoenaertsWim MeuwissenBrit Alen

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Aalst
Setting
When

Premise & themes

Premise
Tone
Hopeful

Shape

Protagonist
Solo Lead
Pacing
Measured
Based on
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