La Fille de Delft

A quiet, sorrowful silent-era drama that lingers on loss and resilience, with moments of gentle joy before hardship takes hold.

Directed by

Alfred Machin

Genres

Drama

Starring

Blanche Derval, Henri Goidsen, Harzé

Overview

Kaatje, the daughter of the miller Schoonejans, and Jef, a little shepherd, who live near Delft, are happy together. In a floral parade, the carriage the two children have decorated with tulips wins the first prize. The next day, during a thunderstorm, lightning destroys the mill and kills Schoonejans. A life of misery starts for his widow and daughter. Remembering how the theatre manager Boolmans had applauded the dancing of Kaatje and Jef at the floral parade, the widow takes her daughter to Amsterdam, where Boolmans engages Kaatje. The years pass, and Kate has become a famous dancer.

How it feels

Melancholic, earnest, warm and dark. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Grief, family, loyalty, ambition

Content

Mild violence. No gore, sexual content or swearing.

Note

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