Kasper in the Underworld
Kasper in de Onderwereld
Synopsis
In this atmospheric psychological drama by Jef van der Heyden, concert pianist Kasper Bertheim lives under psychiatric care in Geel, haunted by the memory of a woman he believes has vanished into the underworld. After witnessing a funeral, he leaves his foster home and wanders through a surreal cityscape that seems suspended between life and death. Along the way, he encounters workers, drifters, priests and other outsiders who guide him deeper into his obsessive search. Adapted from a novel by Hubert Lampo, the film blends psychological drama with magical realism, creating an ambiguous world where madness, grief and imagination merge, and where it remains uncertain whether Kasper’s visions are delusions or glimpses of another reality.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Jos Houben
Kasper
Annelies Vaes
Euridice
Leo Haelterman
Dokter Molenaar
Charles Janssens
Simon
Anita Koninck
Leentje
Suzanne Saerens
Alix
Lieve Berens
Prostituée
Gaston Vandermeulen
Benedictus
Piet Bergers
Voorzitter
Ann Petersen
Vrouw van de voorzitter
Marieke van Leeuwen
Verloofde van de secretaris
Rosemarie Bergmans
Vrouw in geel
Rik Bravenboer
Man met seinslag
Joris Collet
Stakingsleider
Max Schnur
Staker
Bernard Verheyden
Staker
Loet Hanekroot
Priester-arbeider
Manu Verreth
Jonathan
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jef van der Heyden
- Screenplay & Story
- Jef van der Heyden, Hubert Lampo
- Original Score
- François Glorieux
- Original Title
- Kasper in de Onderwereld
- Country of Origin
- Belgium
- Spoken Languages
- Dutch
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Ministerie van Nationale Opvoeding en Nederlandse Cultuur (België), Films Van de Velde P.V.B.A.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jef van der Heyden
Jef van der Heyden, Hubert Lampo
François Glorieux
Jef van der Heyden
Jan Wybe Van Dijk, Luud van Hees, Imme Reichardt
Department Leadership Roster
Jef van der Heyden
Director
Jef van der Heyden
Writer
Hubert Lampo
Writer
Jef van der Heyden
Editor
Jan Wybe Van Dijk
Producer
Luud van Hees
Producer
Imme Reichardt
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kasper in the Underworld
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Kasper in the Underworld about?
In this atmospheric psychological drama by Jef van der Heyden, concert pianist Kasper Bertheim lives under psychiatric care in Geel, haunted by the memory of a woman he believes has vanished into the underworld. After witnessing a funeral, he leaves his foster home and wanders through a surreal cityscape that seems suspended between life and death. Along the way, he encounters workers, drifters, priests and other outsiders who guide him deeper into his obsessive search. Adapted from a novel by Hubert Lampo, the film blends psychological drama with magical realism, creating an ambiguous world where madness, grief and imagination merge, and where it remains uncertain whether Kasper’s visions are delusions or glimpses of another reality.
Who directed Kasper in the Underworld?
Kasper in the Underworld was directed by Jef van der Heyden.
Who stars in Kasper in the Underworld?
The principal cast of Kasper in the Underworld includes Jos Houben, Annelies Vaes, Leo Haelterman, Charles Janssens, Anita Koninck.
When was Kasper in the Underworld released and how long is it?
Kasper in the Underworld was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Kasper in the Underworld?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Kasper in the Underworld was composed by François Glorieux.