Singel 39

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Singel 39
Directed byFrank Krom
Written byMarnie Blok
Screenplay by Eddy Terstall
Produced byRachel van Bommel
CinematographyJoost Rietdijk
Music byJorrit Kleijnen
Jacob Meijer
Alexander Reumers
Release date
  • 9 May 2019 (2019-05-09)(Netherlands)
Running time
90 minutes
CountryNetherlands
Language Dutch

Singel 39 is a 2019 Dutch romantic comedy film directed by Frank Krom. [1] The film won the Golden Film award after having sold 100,000 tickets. [2] [3] The film ranks in sixth place in the top 10 of best visited Dutch films of 2019. [4]

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The title song of the film was made by Dutch singer-songwriter Douwe Bob. [2] He also makes an appearance in the film as a waiter. [2]

Plot

Cardiac surgeon Monique (Lies Visschedijk) has centered her life around her work. When extraverted gay artist Max (Waldemar Torenstra) moves in next door they develop a friendship which makes her realise there is more to life than work. [1]

Cast

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References

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