Congo Express
Synopsis
The story centers on Jean (François Beukelaers)—an ex-colonial and former mercenary—and his girlfriend Nadia, who together run the tavern. The bar serves as a gloomy crossroads where three different generations of patrons intersect. As these lonely individuals drink and collide, they confront each other's unfulfilled dreams, romantic illusions, hidden desires, and sudden outbursts of aggression. Trapped between their past actions and what could have been, the characters struggle with profound miscommunication. The film blends dark melancholy with sharp injections of humor, tracking a complex web of human relationships where everyone is simultaneously the hunter and the prey.
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François Beukelaers
Jean, de Congolees
Marc Van Eeghem
Louis
Caroline Rottier
Nadia
Mark Verstraete
Nep Jean
Mark Peeters
Roger
Christine Bosmans
Lucienne
Chris Cauwenberghs
Gilbert
Veronique Waumans
Louisette
Filip van Luchenen
Theo
Dries Wieme
Jomme
Elie Aerts
Guy
Walter Grootaers
Straatzanger
Werther van der Sarren
Arbeider
Rudi Delhem
Taxi-chauffeur
Ben Van Ostade
Taxi-chauffeur
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Luk Gubbels, Armand De Hesselle
- Screenplay & Story
- Bob Goossens
- Original Score
- De Kreuners
- Original Title
- Congo Express
- Spoken Languages
- Dutch
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Production Studios
- CinéTé bvba, Ministerie van de Vlaamse Gemeenschap
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Luk Gubbels, Armand De Hesselle
Bob Goossens
De Kreuners
Chris Verbiest
Department Leadership Roster
Luk Gubbels
Director
Armand De Hesselle
Director
Chris Verbiest
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Congo Express
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Congo Express about?
The story centers on Jean (François Beukelaers)—an ex-colonial and former mercenary—and his girlfriend Nadia, who together run the tavern. The bar serves as a gloomy crossroads where three different generations of patrons intersect. As these lonely individuals drink and collide, they confront each other's unfulfilled dreams, romantic illusions, hidden desires, and sudden outbursts of aggression. Trapped between their past actions and what could have been, the characters struggle with profound miscommunication. The film blends dark melancholy with sharp injections of humor, tracking a complex web of human relationships where everyone is simultaneously the hunter and the prey.
Who directed Congo Express?
Congo Express was directed by Luk Gubbels, Armand De Hesselle.
Who stars in Congo Express?
The principal cast of Congo Express includes François Beukelaers, Marc Van Eeghem, Caroline Rottier, Mark Verstraete, Mark Peeters.
When was Congo Express released and how long is it?
Congo Express was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
Who composed the musical score for Congo Express?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Congo Express was composed by De Kreuners.