Drama ·Crime · Belgium · 1979 · 2h 6m

My Friend, or The Hidden Life of Jules Depraeter

Mijn Vriend, Of Het verborgen leven van Jules Depraeter

Director

Cast

Peter Faber as Jules Depraeter André van den Heuvel as John Jensens Dirk de Batist as Henri Vannoote Magda Cnudde as Ondine van Aalst Pleuni Touw as Helene Te Winckel Kees ter Bruggen as Cecile

Crew

Kees Linthorst — Editor Gerard Soeteman — Writer Fons Rademakers — Producer Jos van der Linden — Producer

Synopsis

Based on a notorious Belgian court case, My Friend, or The Hidden Life of Jules Depraeter follows Jules Depraeter, a charming but manipulative businessman from Ghent who becomes entangled in robbery, fraud and conspiracy. When police discover stolen jewels and securities in the trunk of a garage owner linked to him, a complex investigation unfolds. During the trial, Depraeter attempts to save himself by accusing a respected investigating judge of masterminding the crimes and plotting the murder of his own wife. Told through courtroom scenes and flashbacks, the film gradually reveals a web of lies, corruption and psychological manipulation.

Key Collaborators

Fons Rademakers Director Kees Linthorst Editor Gerard Soeteman Writer Fons Rademakers Producer Jos van der Linden Producer

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