

Pentimento
Synopsis
In a monumental building a group of scientists submit women to obscure experiments in which sexuality and cruelty constantly merge into one another. "Pentimento" is an art-historical term for a hidden image underneath the actual image giving an indication of how the latter evolved to its current state.
Top Cast
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- Director
- Frans Zwartjes
- Screenplay & Story
- Frans Zwartjes
- Original Title
- Pentimento
- Country of Origin
- Netherlands
- Spoken Languages
- Dutch, English, German
- Runtime
- 1h 12m
- Production Studios
- Fugitive Cinema Holland
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frans Zwartjes
Frans Zwartjes
Frans Zwartjes
Frans Zwartjes
Frans Zwartjes
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Frans Zwartjes
Director
Frans Zwartjes
Writer
Frans Zwartjes
Director of Photography
Frans Zwartjes
Producer
Frans Zwartjes
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Psychosexual dramas, nihilistic fever dreams & surrealism with a touch of humour [Imported]
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pentimento
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Pentimento about?
In a monumental building a group of scientists submit women to obscure experiments in which sexuality and cruelty constantly merge into one another. "Pentimento" is an art-historical term for a hidden image underneath the actual image giving an indication of how the latter evolved to its current state.
Who directed Pentimento?
Pentimento was directed by Frans Zwartjes.
Who stars in Pentimento?
The principal cast of Pentimento includes Helen Hedy, Moniek Toebosch, Trix Zwartjes, Ronald Beer, Koos Fasel.
When was Pentimento released and how long is it?
Pentimento was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 12m.
