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BELGIUM · 2009

The Misfortunates

Felix van Groeningen
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Synopsis

13-year-old Gunther Strobbe grows up surrounded by alcohol, trash and his completely useless father and uncles. Slowly but surely, he's being prepared for the same hapless life. Can he defy his destiny?

Year2009
CountryBelgium
DirectorFelix van Groeningen
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