La Fille de Delft
Synopsis
Kaatje, the daughter of the miller Schoonejans, and Jef, a little shepherd, who live near Delft, are happy together. In a floral parade, the carriage the two children have decorated with tulips wins the first prize. The next day, during a thunderstorm, lightning destroys the mill and kills Schoonejans. A life of misery starts for his widow and daughter. Remembering how the theatre manager Boolmans had applauded the dancing of Kaatje and Jef at the floral parade, the widow takes her daughter to Amsterdam, where Boolmans engages Kaatje. The years pass, and Kate has become a famous dancer.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Blanche Derval
Ballerina / Ballerine / Ballerina
Henri Goidsen
Ballonvaarder / Balloon Pilot
Harzé
Le meunier
Blanche Montel
Jonge Kaatje / Young Kaatje
Germaine Kaisen
Kaatje Schoonejans
Fernand Gravey
Jonge Jefke / Young Jefke
Richard
Léopold Boolmans
Paule Bréval
Een religieuze / Une réligieuse / A religious one
Max Péral
Un fêtard
Flore Aldile
Duvivier
Fernande Dépernay
William Elie
Jean-François Martial
Yolande Maurel
Georges Mertens
M. Scott
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alfred Machin
- Original Title
- La Fille de Delft
- Country of Origin
- Belgium
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
- Production Studios
- Pathé Frères
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alfred Machin
Department Leadership Roster
Alfred Machin
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About La Fille de Delft
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What is La Fille de Delft about?
Kaatje, the daughter of the miller Schoonejans, and Jef, a little shepherd, who live near Delft, are happy together. In a floral parade, the carriage the two children have decorated with tulips wins the first prize. The next day, during a thunderstorm, lightning destroys the mill and kills Schoonejans. A life of misery starts for his widow and daughter. Remembering how the theatre manager Boolmans had applauded the dancing of Kaatje and Jef at the floral parade, the widow takes her daughter to Amsterdam, where Boolmans engages Kaatje. The years pass, and Kate has become a famous dancer.
Who directed La Fille de Delft?
La Fille de Delft was directed by Alfred Machin.
Who stars in La Fille de Delft?
The principal cast of La Fille de Delft includes Blanche Derval, Henri Goidsen, Harzé, Blanche Montel, Germaine Kaisen.
When was La Fille de Delft released and how long is it?
La Fille de Delft was released in 1914 with a total runtime of 1h 11m.