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Winter in Wartime

2008 · 103 min Drama History War
6.7 / 10 · TMDB

During World War II in the freezing winter of 1944-45 the western Netherlands are in the grip of a famine. Many people move east to provide for their families. Fourteen year old Michiel can't wait to join the Dutch resistance, to the dismay of his father, who, as mayor, works to prevent escalations in the village.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title Oorlogswinter
Year 2008
Country Netherlands, Belgium
Genre Drama, History, War
Director Martin Koolhoven
Runtime 103 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.7/10 (201 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Martin Koolhoven

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

Martijn Lakemeier

Martijn Lakemeier

Michiel van Beusekom

Melody Klaver

Melody Klaver

Erica van Beusekom

Yorick van Wageningen

Yorick van Wageningen

Uncle Ben

Jamie Campbell Bower

Jamie Campbell Bower

Jack

Raymond Thiry

Raymond Thiry

Johan van Beusekom

Anneke Blok

Anneke Blok

Lisa van Beusekom

Mees Peijnenburg

Mees Peijnenburg

Dirk

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Jesse van Driel

Theo

Dan van Husen

Dan van Husen

Auer

Ad van Kempen

Ad van Kempen

Schafter

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