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The Storm (2009)
Director: Ben Sombogaart
Cast: Sylvia Hoeks, Barry Atsma, Dirk Roofthooft, Monic Hendrickx
Runtime96 min
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A fictional story within the historical context of the disastrous flood that engulfed the Dutch coastal province of Zeeland in 1953. When their farmhouse is destroyed by the flood, teenage mother Julia gets separated from her baby boy, whom she kept hidden in a box. She is saved from drowning by a young air force lieutenant, who agrees to go help looking for Julia's little son.
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The Storm is a critically acclaimed 2009 Dutch drama film directed by Ben Sombogaart. Set against the historical context of the 1953 North Sea flood, the film tells a fictional story of a teenage mother searching for her missing baby after their farmhouse is destroyed. While the film has not received major awards recognition, it has been praised by critics for its emotional storytelling and realistic depiction of the disaster.
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This 2009 drama directed by Ben Sombogaart offers a powerful, emotionally resonant story set against the historical backdrop of the disastrous 1953 Dutch coastal floods. With strong performances from stars like Sylvia Hoeks, it blends human drama and natural disaster in a way that will captivate fans of thoughtful, character-driven filmmaking.