Priest Daens
Originally released in 1992. Priest Daens is a drama/history film. directed by Stijn Coninx. With a runtime of 2h 18m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Jan Decleir, Gérard Desarthe, and Antje De Boeck
Synopsis
In the 1890s, Father Adolf Daens goes to Aalst, a textile town where child labor is rife, pay and working conditions are horrible, the poor have no vote, and the Catholic church backs the petite bourgeoisie in oppressing workers. He writes a few columns for the Catholic paper, and soon workers are listening and the powerful are in an uproar. He's expelled from the Catholic party, so he starts the Christian Democrats and is elected to Parliament. After Rome disciplines him, he must choose between two callings, as priest and as champion of workers. In subplots, a courageous young woman falls in love with a socialist and survives a shop foreman's rape; children die; prelates play billiards.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 1992
33 years ago
Runtime
2h 18m
138 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (64 votes)
Language
NL
Original language
Country
Belgium
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Director
Top Cast
Jan Decleir
as Adolf Daens
Gérard Desarthe
as Charles Woeste
Antje De Boeck
as Nette Scholliers
Michaël Pas
as Jan De Meeter
Karel Baetens
as Jefke
Julien Schoenaerts
as Bisschop Stillemans
Wim Meuwissen
as Pieter Daens
Brit Alen
as Louise Daens
Johan Leysen
as Schmitt
Linda van Dyck
as Elizabeth Borremans
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- NL
Production Companies
- Dérives Productions
- Shooting Star Filmcompany
- Favourite Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Priest Daens about?
In the 1890s, Father Adolf Daens goes to Aalst, a textile town where child labor is rife, pay and working conditions are horrible, the poor have no vote, and the Catholic church backs the petite bo...
Who directed Priest Daens?
Priest Daens was directed by Stijn Coninx.
How long is Priest Daens?
Priest Daens has a runtime of 2 hours and 18 minutes (138 minutes total).
When was Priest Daens released?
Priest Daens was released on October 1, 1992 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Priest Daens?
The main cast of Priest Daens includes Jan Decleir, Gérard Desarthe, Antje De Boeck, Michaël Pas, Karel Baetens.