The World of Ludovic
De wereld van Ludovic
Synopsis
Ludovic, a 12-year-old boy from a well-off home who is neglected by his parents, who are part of the art scene, falls head over heels in love with Sofie, the daughter of a piano teacher, when he has to pass a test of courage in the schoolyard during recess. The cheeky girl with the two pigtails likes the boy who is interested in her. They soon get closer and meet in secret places in the city. It is the first love for both of them. Shortly after Sofie's father catches the two lovers in bed together in Sofie's room, Ludovic is sentaway from Brussels to spend time with his grandparents. But Sofie can't stand it without Ludovic and runs away from home to be with him. The lovers hide in abandoned buildings on the Belgian coast. While parents and police search for the couple, both youngsters find that it is pretty hard to beon their own, especially since an ominous photographer is lurking around the children.
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Mathias Coppens
Ludovic
Bella van Meel
Sofie
Didier Bezace
Marc
Annick Christiaens
Brigitte
Peter Tuinman
Philippe
Will van Kralingen
Chantal
Tijn Schmits
Joel
Leslie de Gruyter
Henri
Ludo Busschots
Theo
Hilde Van Mieghem
Photographer
Nora Tilley
Psychiatrist
Joanna Geldof
Grandmother
Walter Claessens
Grandfather
Dominique Penders
Opera Singer
Andrea Croonenberghs
Announcer
Mark van den Bos
Male Nurse
Peter Bulckaen
Glass Seller
Tim van Hoecke
Child
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean-Pierre De Decker
- Screenplay & Story
- Ger Beukenkamp
- Original Title
- De wereld van Ludovic
- Country of Origin
- Belgium, Germany, France, Netherlands, Switzerland
- Spoken Languages
- Dutch, French
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Gaumont Télévision, M6, VRT, Nederlandse Omroepstichting (NOS), Cine/Vista, Kunst en Kino, TSR, R.C.S., CNC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean-Pierre De Decker
Ger Beukenkamp
Michel van Laer
Victorine Habets
Addie Sandee, Jan van Raemdonck
Department Leadership Roster
Jean-Pierre De Decker
Director
Ger Beukenkamp
Writer
Addie Sandee
Producer
Jan van Raemdonck
Producer
Michel van Laer
Director of Photography
Victorine Habets
Editor
Ludo Volders
Production Design
Kurt Loyens
Production Design
Suzanne van Well
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The World of Ludovic.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The World of Ludovic
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What is The World of Ludovic about?
Ludovic, a 12-year-old boy from a well-off home who is neglected by his parents, who are part of the art scene, falls head over heels in love with Sofie, the daughter of a piano teacher, when he has to pass a test of courage in the schoolyard during recess. The cheeky girl with the two pigtails likes the boy who is interested in her. They soon get closer and meet in secret places in the city. It is the first love for both of them. Shortly after Sofie's father catches the two lovers in bed together in Sofie's room, Ludovic is sentaway from Brussels to spend time with his grandparents. But Sofie can't stand it without Ludovic and runs away from home to be with him. The lovers hide in abandoned buildings on the Belgian coast. While parents and police search for the couple, both youngsters find that it is pretty hard to beon their own, especially since an ominous photographer is lurking around the children.
Who directed The World of Ludovic?
The World of Ludovic was directed by Jean-Pierre De Decker.
Who stars in The World of Ludovic?
The principal cast of The World of Ludovic includes Mathias Coppens, Bella van Meel, Didier Bezace, Annick Christiaens, Peter Tuinman.
When was The World of Ludovic released and how long is it?
The World of Ludovic was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.