Character (1997)

Name: Character
Genre: History, Drama
Released: 1997
Duration: 122 min
Rating: 7.4
Cast: Jan Decleir, Fedja van Huêt, Betty Schuurman, Tamar van den Dop, Victor Löw

2h 2m Belgium, Netherlands

History Drama

Plot

Set in pre-World War II Holland, a destitute and illegitimate son of a formidable bailiff embarks on a quest to become a lawyer. Throughout his life, he battles not only societal prejudices but also the cruelty of his vindictive father, who constantly undermines his efforts. As he strives for acceptance and self-worth, his journey reflects the enduring struggle against adversity and the quest for identity, making for a poignant narrative of resilience and ambition amidst familial strife.

Cast

Jan Decleir Fedja van Huêt Betty Schuurman Tamar van den Dop Victor Löw Hans Kesting Lou Landré Bernard Droog Frans Vorstman Fred Goessens Jasper Gottlieb Marius Gottlieb Pavlik Jansen op de Haar Marisa van Eyle Wim van der Grijn