Luger | |
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Directed by | Theo van Gogh |
Written by | Theo van Gogh |
Starring | Thom Hoffman |
Edited by | Theo van Gogh |
Music by | Rainer Hensel |
Release date |
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Running time | 85 minutes |
Country | Netherlands |
Languages | Dutch German |
Luger is a 1982 Dutch film directed by Theo van Gogh. The film was written and directed (his debut) by van Gogh and was filmed in black and white.
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Cast
The lead role (Chris Luger) is played by Thom Hoffman who plays a psychopath with fascist tendencies. The other main role is played by Laurien Hildering (her only acting credit).
Synopsis
The film is about the kidnapping of the mentally impaired daughter of a millionaire. The kidnapping is an attempt to get rich quickly by the main character. The father refuses, however, to pay the ransom.
Controversy
The film was controversial as it contained a scene in which two kittens were put in a washing machine.
External links
- Luger in the Dutch Film Archives (in Dutch). It is reputedly the only copy left. It is on the playlist for the Dutch Film Festival in 2016.