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Borgman is a 2013 Dutch psychological thriller drama directed by Alex van Warmerdam. It received recognition at the Cannes Film Festival and the SITGES festival, where it won best film. The film was also selected as the Netherlands’ entry for consideration at the Academy Awards.
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| Country | Netherlands |
| Year | 2013 |
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What kind of film is Borgman?
Borgman is a 2013 Dutch psychological thriller with darkly comic and unsettling elements. It follows a mysterious outsider, Camiel Borgman, who gradually insinuates himself into the home and family of a wealthy couple.
Who directed Borgman?
Alex van Warmerdam wrote and directed the film, as well as appearing in its creative orbit as a Dutch filmmaker and theater artist. The movie was selected for the 2013 Cannes competition for the Palme d'Or.
Did Borgman win at Cannes?
Borgman competed at Cannes but did not win the Palme d'Or. It later won the Best Film award at the Sitges International Fantastic Film Festival, where its surreal psychological-horror qualities were especially well received.
Was Borgman nominated for an Academy Award?
The Netherlands selected Borgman as its submission for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 86th Academy Awards. It was not ultimately nominated, so being the Dutch entry should not be confused with receiving an Oscar nomination.
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