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6.6 / 10(56 votes)IMDb20091h 36mBelgium, Netherlands

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.

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Release History & Theatrical Window

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

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

Director

Ben Sombogaart

Screenplay & Story

Marjolein Beumer, Rik Launspach

Original Score & Music

Fons Merkies

Director of Photography

Piotr Kukla

Film Editing

Herman P. Koerts

Department Leadership Roster

Ben Sombogaart

Ben Sombogaart

Director

Marjolein Beumer

Screenplay

Rik Launspach

Rik Launspach

Writer

Piotr Kukla

Director of Photography

Herman P. Koerts

Editor

Hubert Pouille

Production Design

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Storm.

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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.