Floréal
Synopsis
"Floréal" is the name of a garden city in a district of Brussels (Boitsfort). Hundreds of small houses with black and yellow woodwork, in streets named after flowers. This garden city was a first attempt to solve the problem of workers' housing after the First World War. A cooperative system ruined any hope of speculation since the land capital had to remain the property of the community. The director, who lived in Floréal until he was 18, filmed his "encounter" with this neighbourhood. A double portrait of its inhabitants and its architecture, sometimes reduced to abstract motifs, punctuated by the minimalist music composed by him.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Thierry De Mey
- Original Title
- Floréal
- Country of Origin
- Belgium
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 25m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Thierry De Mey
Department Leadership Roster
Thierry De Mey
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Floréal.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Floréal
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Floréal about?
"Floréal" is the name of a garden city in a district of Brussels (Boitsfort). Hundreds of small houses with black and yellow woodwork, in streets named after flowers. This garden city was a first attempt to solve the problem of workers' housing after the First World War. A cooperative system ruined any hope of speculation since the land capital had to remain the property of the community. The director, who lived in Floréal until he was 18, filmed his "encounter" with this neighbourhood. A double portrait of its inhabitants and its architecture, sometimes reduced to abstract motifs, punctuated by the minimalist music composed by him.
Who directed Floréal?
Floréal was directed by Thierry De Mey.
Who stars in Floréal?
The principal cast of Floréal includes Not specified.
When was Floréal released and how long is it?
Floréal was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 25m.