The Dress
1996 · 103 min · ★ 6.2 · Comedy, Drama
The story of a summer dress and those who have to do with it, especially the train conductor (played by van Warmerdam, the director). The dress functions as catalyst for the whimsical events, which turns out to be either tragic or hilarious.
Directed by Alex van Warmerdam · Written by Alex van Warmerdam
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Henri Garcin Van Tilt -
Ingeborg Elzevier Mrs. Van Tilt -
Ricky Koole Chantalle -
Ariane Schluter Cleaning Woman -
Khaldoun Elmecky Cremer -
Margo Dames Stewardess -
Frans Vorstman Loohman -
Peter Blok De Vos -
Jacob Derwig Koerier -
Rudolf Lucieer De Vet -
Maike Meijer Eva -
Carol van Herwijnen Shopassistent
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