The Misfortunates

The Misfortunates

2009 · 108 min · ★ 7.2 · Drama, Comedy

13-year-old Gunther Strobbe grows up surrounded by alcohol, trash and his completely useless father and uncles. Slowly but surely, he's being prepared for the same hapless life. Can he defy his destiny?

Directed by Felix van Groeningen · Written by Felix van Groeningen

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