Amerika, Amerika
Originally released in 1984. Amerika, Amerika is a music/comedy film. directed by Jo Dua. With a runtime of 2h 33m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Jos Brink, Frank Sanders, and Caroline Kaart
Synopsis
Recording of the Dutch musical. The story takes place in 1939, just before German troops invade Warsaw, on board the Nieuw Amsterdam, a ship of the Holland-America Line. The Jewish magician Benjamin Benjamins flees from the threat of Hitler's new regime. On the ship he meets stowaway Fanny Janssen. Benjamins helps Janssen to hide from the ship's crew, who know that there is a stowaway on board. Meanwhile, the news about the threat of World War II slowly seeps into the ship.
Quick Facts
Directors
Top Cast
Jos Brink
as Benjamin Benjamins
Frank Sanders
as Spreekstalmeester, Ernst Hegeman
Caroline Kaart
as Rea de Vries-Rafalowitz
Lucy de Lange
as Bella van Houten
Mary Michon
as Mien Hupkes Feddema
Simone Kleinsma
as Fanny Jansen
Barrie Stevens
as Dennis Bar
Annelies Balhan
as Victoria Hupkes
Fred Butter
as Pastoor
Peter van Leeuwen
as Steward, hofmeester
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- NL
Production Companies
- Tekstpierement BV
- Hans Tobi BV
- AVRO
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amerika, Amerika about?
Recording of the Dutch musical. The story takes place in 1939, just before German troops invade Warsaw, on board the Nieuw Amsterdam, a ship of the Holland-America Line. The Jewish magician Benjami...
Who directed Amerika, Amerika?
Amerika, Amerika was directed by Jo Dua.
How long is Amerika, Amerika?
Amerika, Amerika has a runtime of 2 hours and 33 minutes (153 minutes total).
When was Amerika, Amerika released?
Amerika, Amerika was released on February 25, 1984 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Amerika, Amerika?
The main cast of Amerika, Amerika includes Jos Brink, Frank Sanders, Caroline Kaart, Lucy de Lange, Mary Michon.