The Conscript
Originally released in 1974. The Conscript is a drama film. directed by Roland Verhavert. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jan Decleir, Ansje Beentjes, and Gaston Vandermeulen
Synopsis
In 1833, when the fledgling Belgian kingdom still fears a Dutch invasion, recruits were selected annually from an age cohort by a draw of lots in each locality. In this grim, then contemporary drama by the 'father of Flemish literature', Hendrik Conscience, Jan Braems, a poor and naive farmers-boy, accepts the not uncommon offer by a rich family to sell his lucky ticket (out) to their son for a hefty sum compared to the miserable labor wages at the time. Army life is even harsher then a farmhand's, especially for a Dutch-speaking an-alphabet who simply can't understand his francophone superiors, and Jan's nature is not complacent enough for military discipline even by todays standards, so he soon gets into all kinds of trouble, including gambling his capital away and a venereal disease. When his girlfriend back home goes looking for him, her life is doomed as well.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 8, 1974
51 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
User Rating
4.9/10
Mixed (8 votes)
Language
NL
Original language
Country
Belgium
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- NL
Production Companies
- Elan Film N.V.
- Ministerie van Nationale Opvoeding en Nederlandse Cultuur (België)
- Kunst en Kino
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Conscript about?
In 1833, when the fledgling Belgian kingdom still fears a Dutch invasion, recruits were selected annually from an age cohort by a draw of lots in each locality. In this grim, then contemporary dram...
Who directed The Conscript?
The Conscript was directed by Roland Verhavert.
How long is The Conscript?
The Conscript has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was The Conscript released?
The Conscript was released on February 8, 1974 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Conscript?
The main cast of The Conscript includes Jan Decleir, Ansje Beentjes, Gaston Vandermeulen, Gella Allaert, Bernard Verheyden.