The Book of Everything
The 1960s, Netherlands. Thomas doesn’t realise it yet, but he has special powers. The nine-year-old sees things others cannot. He lives in a strict, religious family where his father, quick to cite the word of God, often resorts to violence. As a sense of injustice grows within him and a longing for freedom takes hold, Thomas begins writing his Book on Everything. In it, he wishes for his father’s punishment and encounters a host of unusual characters: Jesus Christ, a levitating lady with a piano-loving cat, tropical fish swimming in city canals, a young peg-legged witch living next door, and many others.
Directed by Ineke Houtman · Written by Mieke de Jong
Where to Watch
Rent or Buy
Cast
- Brandon River Coene Thomas
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Daan Schuurmans Father -
Sallie Harmsen Mother / Jesus -
Aiko Beemsterboer Margot -
Margo Dames Mevr. van Amersfoort -
Anita Franklin Aartsengel -
Gonny Gaakeer Bea - Eva Damen Tante Pie
- Luena Zoeter Zusje van Eliza
- Jimi Hulshof Stoer Meisje
- Bert Hana Mentink
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Carmen van Mulier Bra Bra en Trompet Engel
Make it a double feature
2h 51m together
The Book of Everything
Hotel de Grote L
Both from Ineke Houtman.
