Sand
Zand
Synopsis
Luuk is a truck driver who seems to be a goodhearted father for his eight-year-old daughter Isabel. After Luuk divorced from his wife Karen, Isabel lives with her mother. Whenever Luuk has the chance he takes Isabel to the sea or for a ride in his truck, which only carries sand. On one of those occasions Luuk discovers the horrific reason why Isabel is so quiet that day. From that moment on Luuk has to cope with a new and unexpected situation. Luuk kidnaps his daughter in an attempt to protect her, but he slowly loses control.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joost van Ginkel
- Screenplay & Story
- Joost van Ginkel
- Original Score
- Jorg Kaaij, Amir Swaab
- Original Title
- Zand
- Country of Origin
- Netherlands
- Spoken Languages
- Dutch
- Runtime
- 21m
- Production Studios
- Stichting Zand
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joost van Ginkel
Joost van Ginkel
Jorg Kaaij, Amir Swaab
Bob Soetekouw
Joost van Ginkel, Helen Zwaan
Department Leadership Roster
Joost van Ginkel
Director
Joost van Ginkel
Screenplay
Joost van Ginkel
Producer
Helen Zwaan
Producer
Bob Soetekouw
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sand
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Sand about?
Luuk is a truck driver who seems to be a goodhearted father for his eight-year-old daughter Isabel. After Luuk divorced from his wife Karen, Isabel lives with her mother. Whenever Luuk has the chance he takes Isabel to the sea or for a ride in his truck, which only carries sand. On one of those occasions Luuk discovers the horrific reason why Isabel is so quiet that day. From that moment on Luuk has to cope with a new and unexpected situation. Luuk kidnaps his daughter in an attempt to protect her, but he slowly loses control.
Who directed Sand?
Sand was directed by Joost van Ginkel.
Who stars in Sand?
The principal cast of Sand includes Jack Wouterse, Veerle Witkop, Margôt Ros, Ruben Lürsen.
When was Sand released and how long is it?
Sand was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 21m.
Who composed the musical score for Sand?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sand was composed by Jorg Kaaij, Amir Swaab.