Synopsis
The story of two brothers who, even though they have absolutely nothing in common, open a bar together that quickly becomes a regular hangout for nighthawks. Despite the success, they must soon face up to the difficulties inherent in running a family business. Their brotherhood turns into rivalry, through no fault of their own.
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Cast
- Stef AertsJo
- Tom VermeirFrank
- Dominique Van MalderManu Dewaey
- Ben BenaouisseMomo
- Boris Van SeverenTim Coppens
- Sara de BosschereNikki
- Charlotte VandermeerschIsabelle
- Stefaan De WinterFerre
- Hélène De VosMarieke
- Jean-Michel BalthazarAndré
Recommendations
- 80
The Guardian
Anyone who has pushed things a bit too far, and woken up with one too many “wtf” mornings, will appreciate how close Belgica has got to replicating hedonism going off the rails. - 70
The Hollywood Reporter
Its fleeting intoxications momentarily provide suggestions—and, for some, memories—of how the highest highs can sometimes make the drudgery of the rest of life worth it. - 70
Screen Daily
Van Groeningen conveys kinetically the combined power of a ferocious beat, copious drugs, and sexual energy to endow revellers with transient communal utopianism. - 70
Variety
Big-picture cliches aside, this truth-blurring but thoroughly convincing portrait makes its case via the details. - 50
The Film Stage
Taking a straightforward approach isn’t necessarily a negative, but the sedate camerawork and editing make the movie’s progression staid. Even the musical moments are invigorating due to the music itself, and not by how it’s presented. - 42
The Playlist
Belgica is just like its characters, unwilling to shake a fascination with superficial pleasures to dive into any significant interactions.
