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4.7 / 10(3 votes)IMDb19991h 50mBelgium

Forgotten Street

Vergeten straat

Synopsis

Feature based on the novel with the same name by the Flemish writer Louis Paul Boon. The celebrated author lives in a cul de sac threatened with demolition. He observes his neighbors in their struggle against the threat that leads to selfishness, individualism and resignation. The writer invents a new street that is outside the new world.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Luc Pien
Screenplay & Story
Bob Goossens, Louis Paul Boon
Original Title
Vergeten straat
Country of Origin
Belgium
Spoken Languages
Dutch
Runtime
1h 50m
Production Studios
VRT

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Luc Pien

Screenplay & Story

Bob Goossens, Louis Paul Boon

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Louis Paul Boon

Department Leadership Roster

Luc Pien

Director

Bob Goossens

Writer

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Frequently Asked Questions About Forgotten Street

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Forgotten Street about?

Feature based on the novel with the same name by the Flemish writer Louis Paul Boon. The celebrated author lives in a cul de sac threatened with demolition. He observes his neighbors in their struggle against the threat that leads to selfishness, individualism and resignation. The writer invents a new street that is outside the new world.

Who directed Forgotten Street?

Forgotten Street was directed by Luc Pien.

Who stars in Forgotten Street?

The principal cast of Forgotten Street includes Jos Verbist, Anja Daems, Caroline Maes, Guy Dermul, Dimitri Leue.

When was Forgotten Street released and how long is it?

Forgotten Street was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.

Is Forgotten Street based on a book or true story?

Forgotten Street is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Louis Paul Boon".