Wijster
2008 · 90 min · ★ 6.0 · Thriller, Drama
On 2 December 1975, a journalist is one of many passengers on the slow train that is kidnapped near Wijster by young South Moluccans. After some terrifying moments, he makes contact with the hijackers and starts acting as their go-between. Meanwhile, his wife and daughter, as well as his mistress keep themselves abreast of things through the media. The train hijacking lasts for twelve days and claims a few lives.
Directed by Paula van der Oest
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Jaap Spijkers -
Roos Netjes -
Anniek Pheifer -
Marlies Heuer -
Gerson Oratmangoen -
Lore Dijkman - W Wim Bouwens Verslaggever
- J Johann Glaubitz Vriend van Rob & Marijke
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