Just Friends
Gewoon vrienden
“With benefits.”
Synopsis
Joris is trying to come to terms with his broken family relationships on the 10th anniversary of his father’s death when he meets the free-spirited, Yad. Also dealing with family issues, Yad has returned home to The Netherlands after living on his own. Joris and Yad spark an instant connection and decide they want to be more than “just friends,” but fear their families could threaten their relationship.
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JUST FRIENDS // Official U.S. TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-03-18
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Perth International Queer Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
March 29, 2019
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Annemarie van de Mond
- Screenplay & Story
- Henk Burger
- Original Score
- Rob Peters
- Original Title
- Gewoon vrienden
- Country of Origin
- Netherlands
- Spoken Languages
- Dutch
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- CTM Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Annemarie van de Mond
Henk Burger
Rob Peters
Department Leadership Roster
Chuck Borden
Stunt Coordinator
Rob Peters
Original Music Composer
Henk Burger
Writer
Annemarie van de Mond
Director
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Just Friends
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What is Just Friends about?
Joris is trying to come to terms with his broken family relationships on the 10th anniversary of his father’s death when he meets the free-spirited, Yad. Also dealing with family issues, Yad has returned home to The Netherlands after living on his own. Joris and Yad spark an instant connection and decide they want to be more than “just friends,” but fear their families could threaten their relationship.
Who directed Just Friends?
Just Friends was directed by Annemarie van de Mond.
Who stars in Just Friends?
The principal cast of Just Friends includes Josha Stradowski, Majd Mardo, Jenny Arean, Tanja Jess, Nazmiye Oral.
When was Just Friends released and how long is it?
Just Friends was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.
Who composed the musical score for Just Friends?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Just Friends was composed by Rob Peters.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Just Friends?
Just Friends holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).