This Is Not a Christmas Movie
Dit is geen kerstfilm
Synopsis
In the run-up to Christmas, a family completely misses the point in trying to be good. Brechtje, the mother of the family, gets cancelled by everyone, without understanding why. Her husband, Martijn, falls in love with his younger colleague, but true love can’t be denied (or so he thinks). Justus, the son-in-law, gets lost on a Don Quichotesque quest for his masculinity. While Jos, the middle child, changes the world around with her tolerance and open mindedness – until her girlfriend wants to have a threesome. And all of that happens just before their annual Christmas dinner.
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Jacqueline Blom
Brechtje
René van Zinnicq Bergmann
Martijn
Kiefer Zwart
Justus
Stefanie van Leersum
Jos
Georgina Verbaan
Louise
Barbara Sloesen
Bob
Jim Lageveen
Beer
Paul de Leeuw
Kerstman
Oscar Aerts
JJ
Robbert Bleij
Aswin
Tim Haars
Clemens
Remy Bonjasky
Ricardo
Jearsley Vicario
Pim
Hana Hussein
Tisja
Jelle Hoekstra
Roy
Laura Bakker
Jamea
Michiel Nooter
Hans
Roosmarijn Wind
Leslie
Release History & Theatrical Window
Nederlands Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Middelkoop
- Screenplay & Story
- Lotte Tabbers, Isis Cabolet
- Original Title
- Dit is geen kerstfilm
- Country of Origin
- Netherlands
- Spoken Languages
- Dutch
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Halal, 100% Film & Photography
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Middelkoop
Lotte Tabbers, Isis Cabolet
Tim Kerbosch
Maarten Ernest
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Middelkoop
Director
Lotte Tabbers
Screenplay
Isis Cabolet
Screenplay
Tim Kerbosch
Director of Photography
Sanne Schat
Production Design
Minke Lunter
Costume Design
Maarten Ernest
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Production Stills & Gallery
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What is This Is Not a Christmas Movie about?
In the run-up to Christmas, a family completely misses the point in trying to be good. Brechtje, the mother of the family, gets cancelled by everyone, without understanding why. Her husband, Martijn, falls in love with his younger colleague, but true love can’t be denied (or so he thinks). Justus, the son-in-law, gets lost on a Don Quichotesque quest for his masculinity. While Jos, the middle child, changes the world around with her tolerance and open mindedness – until her girlfriend wants to have a threesome. And all of that happens just before their annual Christmas dinner.
Who directed This Is Not a Christmas Movie?
This Is Not a Christmas Movie was directed by Michael Middelkoop.
Who stars in This Is Not a Christmas Movie?
The principal cast of This Is Not a Christmas Movie includes Jacqueline Blom, René van Zinnicq Bergmann, Kiefer Zwart, Stefanie van Leersum, Georgina Verbaan.
When was This Is Not a Christmas Movie released and how long is it?
This Is Not a Christmas Movie was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for This Is Not a Christmas Movie?
This Is Not a Christmas Movie holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).