Antonia's Line

Genres: Drama, Comedy

Languages: Dutch

Year: 1995

Vote: 7

Festival & Award: Toronto - People's Choice Award (Best Film)

Antonia's Line

The showmakers

Marleen Gorris
Willeke van Ammelrooy
Els Dottermans
Dora van der Groen
Carolien Spoor

Overview

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.

Indie vibes check

A Dutch film made with independent European funding, characteristic of independent filmmaking.

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