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Minoes: A Vincent Bal Dutch Cinema Classic Screening at Eye Filmmuseum

Experience the delightful 2001 film adaptation of Annie M.G. Schmidt's beloved book on 35mm.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of 'Minoes', a celebrated 2001 Dutch film from the Eye Filmmuseum collection. This screening showcases Vincent Bal's direction of Annie M.G. Schmidt's timeless story, featuring Carice van Houten as the quirky Miss Minoes. Follow her unique journey as she assists a journalist, blending charming comedy with engaging drama.

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Exhibition summary

This screening features 'Minoes', a marvellous film adaptation of Annie M.G. Schmidt's beloved book, directed by Vincent Bal. The story follows Miss Minoes, who helps a journalist uncover news in their town, showcasing a unique blend of charm and intrigue.

Curatorial context

Screened from the Eye collection on 35mm, 'Minoes' is the 2001 Dutch film directed by Vincent Bal, based on Annie M.G. Schmidt’s popular book. The film stars Carice van Houten as Miss Minoes, a quirky character who claims to talk to cats and purrs, and Theo Maassen as Tibbe, a journalist whose job is under threat. Miss Minoes becomes his personal assistant, leveraging her unique knowledge of town happenings to help him find news stories. The film was recognized with Golden Calves for both the film and Van Houten, highlighting its success and the strong performances of its leads.

Admission and ticket notes

Information about booking or admission is not explicitly detailed on this page, but it is part of the '2001 – A Time Capsule' programme. Visitors are directed to the general plan your visit section for further details.

Minoes key exhibition facts

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Venue
Eye Filmmuseum
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Apr 3, 2001 – Sep 6, 2001
Artist line / attribution
Directed by Vincent Bal, with lead roles played by Carice van Houten and Theo Maassen.
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