

The Storm
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Synopsis
A fictional story within the historical context of the disastrous flood that engulfed the Dutch coastal province of Zeeland in 1953. When their farmhouse is destroyed by the flood, teenage mother Julia gets separated from her baby boy, whom she kept hidden in a box. She is saved from drowning by a young air force lieutenant, who agrees to go help looking for Julia's little son.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Sylvia Hoeks
Julia
Barry Atsma
Aldo Hendriks
Dirk Roofthooft
Julia's father
Monic Hendrickx
Julia's mother
Sanne den Hartogh
Koos
Katja Herbers
Krina
Bas Keijzer
Guus
Lottie Hellingman
Stientje
Serge Price
Felix
Elsa May Averill
Emma
Betty Schuurman
Mevrouw Haverkamp
Micha Hulshof
Piloot Theo
Mark Rietman
Majoor Vos
Katrien van Beurden
Boze vrouw
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 17, 2011
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ben Sombogaart
- Screenplay & Story
- Marjolein Beumer
- Original Score
- Fons Merkies
- Original Title
- De storm
- Country of Origin
- Belgium, Netherlands
- Spoken Languages
- Dutch
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures Benelux, Nijenhuis & de Levita Film & TV B.V.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ben Sombogaart
Marjolein Beumer, Rik Launspach
Fons Merkies
Piotr Kukla
Herman P. Koerts
Department Leadership Roster
Ben Sombogaart
Director
Marjolein Beumer
Screenplay
Rik Launspach
Writer
Piotr Kukla
Director of Photography
Herman P. Koerts
Editor
Hubert Pouille
Production Design
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Storm
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Storm about?
A fictional story within the historical context of the disastrous flood that engulfed the Dutch coastal province of Zeeland in 1953. When their farmhouse is destroyed by the flood, teenage mother Julia gets separated from her baby boy, whom she kept hidden in a box. She is saved from drowning by a young air force lieutenant, who agrees to go help looking for Julia's little son.
Who directed The Storm?
The Storm was directed by Ben Sombogaart.
Who stars in The Storm?
The principal cast of The Storm includes Sylvia Hoeks, Barry Atsma, Dirk Roofthooft, Monic Hendrickx, Sanne den Hartogh.
When was The Storm released and how long is it?
The Storm was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for The Storm?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Storm was composed by Fons Merkies.


















