description For a Lost Soldier Overview
For a Lost Soldier, directed by Roeland Kerbosch, portrays a connection between a Canadian soldier and a young Dutch boy in post-war Holland. The narrative explores their developing romance amidst the backdrop of the Netherlands' liberation from Nazi control in 1945. It is based on Rudi van Dantzig’s autobiographical novel.
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info For a Lost Soldier Specifications
| Country | Netherlands |
| Year | 1992 |
help For a Lost Soldier FAQ
Is For a Lost Soldier based on a true story?
The film is based on the autobiographical novel by Dutch dancer and choreographer Rudi van Dantzig. Its adult narrator looks back on an encounter between young Jeroen and Canadian soldier Walt during the liberation of the Netherlands.
How old is Jeroen in For a Lost Soldier?
Jeroen is an adolescent boy, while Walt is an adult Canadian serviceman, making the sexual relationship intentionally troubling for many viewers. The film presents the memory through Jeroen's perspective rather than avoiding the age and power imbalance.
Who plays Jeroen and Walt in For a Lost Soldier?
Maarten Smit plays the young Jeroen, and Andrew Kelley plays Walt. Director Roeland Kerbosch released the Dutch film, originally titled Voor een verloren soldaat, in 1992.
What part of World War II is shown in For a Lost Soldier?
The story takes place in the Netherlands as Canadian forces help liberate the country near the end of World War II. The historical setting explains both Walt's presence and the abrupt separation that shapes Jeroen's later memories.
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