Wijster
Originally released in 2008. Wijster is a thriller/drama film. directed by Paula van der Oest.
Starring Jaap Spijkers, Roos Netjes, and Anniek Pheifer
Synopsis
On 2 December 1975, a journalist is one of many passengers on the slow train that is kidnapped near Wijster by young South Moluccans. After some terrifying moments, he makes contact with the hijackers and starts acting as their go-between. Meanwhile, his wife and daughter, as well as his mistress keep themselves abreast of things through the media. The train hijacking lasts for twelve days and claims a few lives.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 4, 2008
17 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wijster about?
On 2 December 1975, a journalist is one of many passengers on the slow train that is kidnapped near Wijster by young South Moluccans. After some terrifying moments, he makes contact with the hijack...
Who directed Wijster?
Wijster was directed by Paula van der Oest.
How long is Wijster?
Wijster has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Wijster released?
Wijster was released on February 4, 2008 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Wijster?
The main cast of Wijster includes Jaap Spijkers, Roos Netjes, Anniek Pheifer, Marlies Heuer, Gerson Oratmangoen.