The Bittersweet
2000-01-01 · 75 min · ★ 10.0
A mysterious stranger inserts himself into a troubled family's life, blurring the lines between good and evil as he cares for their disabled daughter.
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- Directors
- Johan Simons
- Production companies
- Zoo Pictures, KRO TV
- Countries
- Netherlands
- Status
- Released
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Fedja van HuêtMartin
Bert LuppesTon Broecx
Frieda PittoorsAnnie Broecx
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