Downtown
Synopsis
In 1988, three young gay men, Ronnie, Lennart and Bas, throw themselves into Amsterdam's nightlife scene. It’s a life full of friendship, sex and drugs. Until the mysterious AIDS virus casts a shadow over their lives and one of them disappears after becoming infected. Thirty-two years later, in the middle of the 2021 lockdown, Ronnie recognises the missing Bas in the subway. An evening unfolds that none of them had expected to see, but which had been in the air for years. The AIDS epidemic has had a major impact on all three of their lives. Where they lost each other 32 years ago, they hope to find each other again.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Hong Kong Lesbian & Gay Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michiel van Erp
- Screenplay & Story
- Frank Houtappels
- Original Title
- Downtown
- Country of Origin
- Netherlands
- Spoken Languages
- Dutch, English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Kaap Holland Film, Het Familiedrama
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michiel van Erp
Frank Houtappels
Department Leadership Roster
Michiel van Erp
Director
Frank Houtappels
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Downtown.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Downtown
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Downtown about?
In 1988, three young gay men, Ronnie, Lennart and Bas, throw themselves into Amsterdam's nightlife scene. It’s a life full of friendship, sex and drugs. Until the mysterious AIDS virus casts a shadow over their lives and one of them disappears after becoming infected. Thirty-two years later, in the middle of the 2021 lockdown, Ronnie recognises the missing Bas in the subway. An evening unfolds that none of them had expected to see, but which had been in the air for years. The AIDS epidemic has had a major impact on all three of their lives. Where they lost each other 32 years ago, they hope to find each other again.
Who directed Downtown?
Downtown was directed by Michiel van Erp.
Who stars in Downtown?
The principal cast of Downtown includes Yorick van Wageningen, Hans Kesting, Roeland Fernhout, Daniel Cornelissen, Sebastian Mrkvicka.
When was Downtown released and how long is it?
Downtown was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.