Hans, Life Before Death
Originally released in 1983. Hans, Life Before Death is a documentary film. directed by Louis van Gasteren. With a runtime of 2h 35m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Jan Cremer, Willem Nijholt, and Hans van Sweeden
Synopsis
Hans: Het Leven voor de dood (Hans, Life Before Death) is a documentary feature film about the life of the young composer Hans van Sweeden (1939-1963) and those who knew him intimately. The film is about the harrowing life of the musician, poet and actor Hans van Sweeden (1939-1963), who ended his life at the age of 24. Simultaneously, the film offers a poignant portrait of his contemporaries in the turbulent fifties and sixties and the children of the Nazis. It won the Golden Calf for Best Feature Film in 1983. Award of the Dutch film critics, 1983; the Belgian film critics Award, 1984; Best Dutch Documentary 1980-1990. (Wikipedia)
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1983
43 years ago
Runtime
2h 35m
155 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Netherlands
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hans, Life Before Death about?
Hans: Het Leven voor de dood (Hans, Life Before Death) is a documentary feature film about the life of the young composer Hans van Sweeden (1939-1963) and those who knew him intimately. The film is...
Who directed Hans, Life Before Death?
Hans, Life Before Death was directed by Louis van Gasteren.
How long is Hans, Life Before Death?
Hans, Life Before Death has a runtime of 2 hours and 35 minutes (155 minutes total).
When was Hans, Life Before Death released?
Hans, Life Before Death was released on January 1, 1983 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hans, Life Before Death?
The main cast of Hans, Life Before Death includes Jan Cremer, Willem Nijholt, Hans van Sweeden.