Jean
Synopsis
Over the course of eight years, the film draws an intimate portrait of Jean Ciesielski, a teenager growing up in Antwerp. Moving through a succession of schools and educational tracks, Jean searches for a place within a system that has defined him from a young age. At twelve years old, he speaks about his situation with a striking maturity and clarity. As he gets older, Jean feels an increasing urgency for change. Unable to obtain a regular secondary school diploma within his current track, he decides to change schools once more. His journey reveals how strongly the language and expectations of education have shaped the way he sees himself and his place in society.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jolke Van Aerde
- Screenplay & Story
- Jolke Van Aerde
- Original Title
- Jean
- Country of Origin
- Belgium
- Spoken Languages
- Dutch, French
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Accattone Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jolke Van Aerde
Jolke Van Aerde
Jolke Van Aerde
Dieter Diependaele
Marguerite de Saint André, Ruben Desiere
Department Leadership Roster
Jolke Van Aerde
Director
Jolke Van Aerde
Writer
Jolke Van Aerde
Director of Photography
Dieter Diependaele
Editor
Marguerite de Saint André
Producer
Ruben Desiere
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Jean.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jean
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What is Jean about?
Over the course of eight years, the film draws an intimate portrait of Jean Ciesielski, a teenager growing up in Antwerp. Moving through a succession of schools and educational tracks, Jean searches for a place within a system that has defined him from a young age. At twelve years old, he speaks about his situation with a striking maturity and clarity. As he gets older, Jean feels an increasing urgency for change. Unable to obtain a regular secondary school diploma within his current track, he decides to change schools once more. His journey reveals how strongly the language and expectations of education have shaped the way he sees himself and his place in society.
Who directed Jean?
Jean was directed by Jolke Van Aerde.
Who stars in Jean?
The principal cast of Jean includes Jean Ciesielski, Barbara Vermeiren, Emile Ciesielski, Benancio Leonard.
When was Jean released and how long is it?
Jean was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.