The Soundman
Radioman
“The crossed destinies of a boy and a young woman on the eve of the German invasion of Belgium in 1940.”
Synopsis
May 1940. As Europe trembles on the brink of war, two lives cross within Brussels’ legendary Flagey building, the beating heart of national radio. Elza, a young actress making her debut in radio drama, meets Berre, a gifted soundman with a magical ear. She is enchanted by storytelling; he finds solace in sound. Their encounter sparks a love that dares to exist beyond the rising shadow of their time.
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-02-24
Top Cast
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Jef Hellemans
Berre
Femke Vanhove
Elza
Koen De Bouw
Polak
Peter van den Begin
Fons Belloy
Nico Sturm
Dries
Robbie Cleiren
Samuel
Els Dottermans
Gaby
Evelien Bosmans
Denize
Antje De Boeck
Ida
Jan Hammenecker
André
Peter van den Eede
Van Imschoot
Frank Vercruyssen
Van Rooy
Gert Winckelmans
Nieuwslezer Flagey
Lucas Van den Eynde
Minister Vanderpoorten
Peter Van De Velde
Vertegenwoordiger minister
Janne Desmet
Stationsvrouw
Peter Thyssen
Journalist Bosvoorde
Rosa Marchant
Rifka
Release History & Theatrical Window
Jewish International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
January 5, 2026
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank van Passel
- Screenplay & Story
- Frank van Passel
- Original Score
- Wim De Wilde
- Original Title
- Radioman
- Country of Origin
- Belgium, Netherlands
- Spoken Languages
- French, Dutch, Polish
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Production Studios
- Caviar, Lompvis B.V., Beluga Tree
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank van Passel
Frank van Passel
Wim De Wilde
Laurens De Geyter
Karin Vaerenberg
Helena Vlogaert, Bert Hamelinck
Department Leadership Roster
Frank van Passel
Director
Frank van Passel
Writer
Helena Vlogaert
Producer
Bert Hamelinck
Producer
Laurens De Geyter
Director of Photography
Karin Vaerenberg
Editor
Wim De Wilde
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Soundman
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What is The Soundman about?
May 1940. As Europe trembles on the brink of war, two lives cross within Brussels’ legendary Flagey building, the beating heart of national radio. Elza, a young actress making her debut in radio drama, meets Berre, a gifted soundman with a magical ear. She is enchanted by storytelling; he finds solace in sound. Their encounter sparks a love that dares to exist beyond the rising shadow of their time.
Who directed The Soundman?
The Soundman was directed by Frank van Passel.
Who stars in The Soundman?
The principal cast of The Soundman includes Jef Hellemans, Femke Vanhove, Koen De Bouw, Peter van den Begin, Nico Sturm.
When was The Soundman released and how long is it?
The Soundman was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 58m.
Who composed the musical score for The Soundman?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Soundman was composed by Wim De Wilde.