Jean is a family man and factory worker who dreams of becoming a songwriter. Pinning his hopes on his teenage daughter, Marva, he takes her to singing contests in which the awkward and overweight girl struggles to belt out a tune. When Jean is suddenly fired because of cut backs, he is ashamed and even more desperate to have his daughter succeed. In a chance meeting Jean kidnaps the most famous pop star in the country and holds her hostage demanding to be heard by the music industry. Catching the attention of the media and the eyes of the nation, Jean and Marva realize that the show must go on until everyone is famous.
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🔍 Search on JustWatch →The film operates in a light register — but not superficially. Behind each joke is an observation about people, not just a desire to amuse.
Goes down easy, leaves a good aftertaste. Not every joke lands equally — but the overall tone holds.
For those who just want to relax. Asks nothing — just time and a willingness to smile.
Director: Dominique Deruddere
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: Weekend afternoon, the couch, something to snack on. Turn off your brain and enjoy.
Josse De Pauw
Jean Vereecken
Eva van der Gucht
Marva Vereecken
Werner De Smedt
Willy Van Outreve
Thekla Reuten
Debbie
Victor Löw
Michael Jensen
Gert Portael
Chantal Vereecken
Ianka Fleerackers
Gaby
Alice Reijs
Lizzy
George Arrendell
Knappe man
François Beukelaers
NTO directeur
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