Paradise Lost
Het Verloren Paradijs
Synopsis
The Mayor of a small Flemish town is determined at all costs to save a unique bird sanctuary from a ruthless businessman who advocates a housing development on the site. The main story, though, centres on a childhood trauma that unites the two men and a dark femme fatale whom one desires and the other attempts to manipulate.
Top Cast
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Willeke van Ammelrooy
Pascale
Hugo Van Den Berghe
Benjamin Rolus
Bert André
Jan Boel
Stephen Windross
Peterke
Gella Allaert
Adeline
Nora Barten
Anton Cogen
Tuur
Willy de Swaef
Blanka Heirman
Marie-Louise
Jos Kennis
Land surveyor (I)
Gerda Lindekens
Bob Stijnen
Serge-Henri Valcke
De Cat
Fred Van Kuyk
Land surveyor (II)
Carlos van Lanckere
Boer Sus
Nolle Versyp
Waiting man at ministry
Raf Reymen
Minister
Harry Kümel
Photographer
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Harry Kümel
- Screenplay & Story
- Harry Kümel, Kees Sengers
- Original Score
- Roger Mores
- Original Title
- Het Verloren Paradijs
- Country of Origin
- Belgium
- Spoken Languages
- Dutch
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- Pierre Films (BE)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Harry Kümel
Harry Kümel, Kees Sengers
Roger Mores
Susana Rossberg, Françoise Dumoulin, Gisèle Lemaire
Jacqueline Pierreux
Department Leadership Roster
Harry Kümel
Director
Susana Rossberg
Editor
Roger Mores
Original Music Composer
Harry Kümel
Screenplay
Kees Sengers
Screenplay
Françoise Dumoulin
Editor
Gisèle Lemaire
Editor
Annette Wauthoz
Editor
Jacqueline Pierreux
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Paradise Lost
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Paradise Lost about?
The Mayor of a small Flemish town is determined at all costs to save a unique bird sanctuary from a ruthless businessman who advocates a housing development on the site. The main story, though, centres on a childhood trauma that unites the two men and a dark femme fatale whom one desires and the other attempts to manipulate.
Who directed Paradise Lost?
Paradise Lost was directed by Harry Kümel.
Who stars in Paradise Lost?
The principal cast of Paradise Lost includes Willeke van Ammelrooy, Hugo Van Den Berghe, Bert André, Stephen Windross, Gella Allaert.
When was Paradise Lost released and how long is it?
Paradise Lost was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Paradise Lost?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Paradise Lost was composed by Roger Mores.