Paramaribo Papers
Synopsis
The notorious December killings in Surinam in the early eighties seem to be the starting point for the political thriller Paramaribo Papers. Largely shot in Surinam, this TV film tells about secret agent Robert Lipmann, who is ordered by the Dutch government to start a search for the disappeared journalist Kevin Poelgeest. The country is plagued by great agitation under the military regime of commander Raymond Markelo, who is forcefully thwarting the opposition. During his search, Lipmann meets Elvira, Kevin's sister who is having an affair with the commander. Like Lipmann, she is convinced that Kevin's supposed death involves a settlement in the drug scene. But then, important evidence pops up and the cause of Kevin's disappearance has to be regarded from quite a different perspective. Unknowingly, they head for the tragic events of 8 December 1982.
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Mark Rietman
Robert Lipmann
Daniëlla Mercelina
Elvira Poelgeest
Kenneth Herdigein
Markelo Raymond
Wilgo Baarn
Jopie Twee
Farida van den Stoom
Cynthy Twee
Hans Trentelman
Van Bockel
Dennis Rudge
Frafra Laagland
Ruurt de Maesschalck
Elias Nagtzaam
Leslie de Gruyter
Schaafsma
Tom Jansen
Ambassador Claerhoudt
Helen Kamperveen
Mayvis Poelgeest
Iwan Brave
Kevin Poelgeest
Meryl Gunther
Kietje
Ruben Mühringer
Cornelis Rogge
Percy Tjin
Caesar Bodegraven
Mike Libanon
Barbusse
John Serkei
Stanley Priem
Romeo Gunther
Kietje's father
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ger Poppelaars
- Screenplay & Story
- Ger Poppelaars
- Original Score
- Het Paleis van Boem
- Original Title
- Paramaribo Papers
- Country of Origin
- Suriname, Netherlands
- Spoken Languages
- English, Dutch
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- VARA
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ger Poppelaars
Ger Poppelaars
Het Paleis van Boem
René Wiegmans
Arnold Heslenfeld, Eddy Wijngaarde, Djoemila Viegen
Department Leadership Roster
Ger Poppelaars
Writer
Ger Poppelaars
Director
Het Paleis van Boem
Original Music Composer
Arnold Heslenfeld
Producer
Eddy Wijngaarde
Producer
Djoemila Viegen
Producer
René Wiegmans
Editor
Harry Ammerlaan
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Paramaribo Papers
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Paramaribo Papers about?
The notorious December killings in Surinam in the early eighties seem to be the starting point for the political thriller Paramaribo Papers. Largely shot in Surinam, this TV film tells about secret agent Robert Lipmann, who is ordered by the Dutch government to start a search for the disappeared journalist Kevin Poelgeest. The country is plagued by great agitation under the military regime of commander Raymond Markelo, who is forcefully thwarting the opposition. During his search, Lipmann meets Elvira, Kevin's sister who is having an affair with the commander. Like Lipmann, she is convinced that Kevin's supposed death involves a settlement in the drug scene. But then, important evidence pops up and the cause of Kevin's disappearance has to be regarded from quite a different perspective. Unknowingly, they head for the tragic events of 8 December 1982.
Who directed Paramaribo Papers?
Paramaribo Papers was directed by Ger Poppelaars.
Who stars in Paramaribo Papers?
The principal cast of Paramaribo Papers includes Mark Rietman, Daniëlla Mercelina, Kenneth Herdigein, Wilgo Baarn, Farida van den Stoom.
When was Paramaribo Papers released and how long is it?
Paramaribo Papers was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Paramaribo Papers?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Paramaribo Papers was composed by Het Paleis van Boem.