Katie Tippel
Keetje Tippel
Synopsis
In the late 19th-century, the Tippel family moves to rural Stavoren in search of greener pastures. However, their dreams are quickly shattered, as teenage Katie is terrorized by a male-dominated society who only see her as an object. Her situation worsens when, following her father's sacking and her elder sister's descent into alcoholism, her mother decides that, rather than starving, Katie becomes a prostitute.
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Keetje Tippel (Katie Tippel) 1975 trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-12-09
Top Cast
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Monique van de Ven
Keetje Tippel
Rutger Hauer
Hugo
Andrea Domburg
Keetje's moeder
Hannah de Leeuwe
Mina, Keetje's zus
Jan Blaaser
Keetje's vader
Eddie Brugman
Andre
Carry Tefsen
Vrouw in wasfabriek
Peter Faber
George
Mart Gevers
Cheffin hoedenatelier
Walter Kous
Pierre
Paul Meijer
Hoofd wasfabriek
Jan Retèl
Dokter
Fons Rademakers
Klant
Riek Schagen
Geest
Jennifer Willems
Antoinette
Jenny Arean
Zingende wasvrouw
Theu Boermans
Dokter
Wiesje Bouwmeester
Domestic Servant
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 1, 1975
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paul Verhoeven
- Screenplay & Story
- Neel Doff, Gerard Soeteman
- Original Score
- Rogier van Otterloo
- Original Title
- Keetje Tippel
- Country of Origin
- Netherlands
- Spoken Languages
- Dutch
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Rob Houwer Film Holland
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Verhoeven
Neel Doff, Gerard Soeteman
Rogier van Otterloo
Jan de Bont
Jane Seitz
Rob Houwer
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Verhoeven
Director
Gerard Soeteman
Writer
Robert Bos
Costume Design
Rob Houwer
Producer
Jan de Bont
Director of Photography
Jane Seitz
Editor
Rogier van Otterloo
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Katie Tippel
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What is Katie Tippel about?
In the late 19th-century, the Tippel family moves to rural Stavoren in search of greener pastures. However, their dreams are quickly shattered, as teenage Katie is terrorized by a male-dominated society who only see her as an object. Her situation worsens when, following her father's sacking and her elder sister's descent into alcoholism, her mother decides that, rather than starving, Katie becomes a prostitute.
Who directed Katie Tippel?
Katie Tippel was directed by Paul Verhoeven.
Who stars in Katie Tippel?
The principal cast of Katie Tippel includes Monique van de Ven, Rutger Hauer, Andrea Domburg, Hannah de Leeuwe, Jan Blaaser.
When was Katie Tippel released and how long is it?
Katie Tippel was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for Katie Tippel?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Katie Tippel was composed by Rogier van Otterloo.
Is Katie Tippel based on a book or true story?
Katie Tippel is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Neel Doff".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Katie Tippel?
Katie Tippel holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).