Polleke
2003 · 94 min · ★ 7.0 · Family
An outspoken eleven-year-old must navigate first love, family turmoil and cultural expectations when she falls for her Moroccan boy next door.
Directed by Ineke Houtman · Written by Maarten Lebens
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- L Liv Stig Polleke
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Mamoun Elyounoussi Mimoen -
Halina Reijn Tina -
Daan Schuurmans Spiek -
Frank Lammers Meester Wouter -
Helmert Woudenberg Opa Polleke -
Marja Kok Oma Polleke - R Rosa Ruth Boesten Caro (as Rosa Boesten)
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