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Choosing to die because life is too hard for you. That's what 42-year-old Rick (Sanne den Hartogh) wants, and his request is granted after years of psychological suffering. When his parents Aagje (Renée Soutendijk) and Toon (Raymond Thiry) hear that their son is entering the final stage of the euthanasia process, they are faced with the task of letting go of him for good. Out of love, to support Rick in his deep desire for a dignified end. After all, if they were to ask their son to continue living, they are asking him to continue suffering. An unbearable dilemma.
The film is based on a true story ...
Choosing to die because life is too hard for you. That's what 42-year-old Rick (Sanne den Hartogh) wants, and his request is granted after years of psychological suffering. When his parents Aagje (Renée Soutendijk) and Toon (Raymond Thiry) hear that their son is entering the final stage of the euthanasia process, they are faced with the task of letting go of him for good. Out of love, to support Rick in his deep desire for a dignified end. After all, if they were to ask their son to continue living, they are asking him to continue suffering. An unbearable dilemma.
The film is based on a true story that struck director Laura Hermanides when she heard the parents tell their story on TV in 2013. She sought contact with the parents and that led to several meetings. At first Hermanides thought she wanted to make a documentary about their story, but in the end she opted for a feature film because, as she says, this way she could better show the struggle between reason and instinct.
Opening film of the Dutch Film Festival
Together with the NFF, we are organizing two previews. These will be introduced with a personal video message in which the directors and actors will give you a look behind the scenes.
Also watch the closing film of the NFF; Paradise
When
- Friday, Sept. 20, 2024 9 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.Buy tickets
- Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024 00:00 - 00:00Buy tickets