The Soundman

May 1940. As Europe trembles on the brink of war, two lives cross within Brussels’ legendary Flagey building, the beating heart of national radio. Elza, a young actress making her debut in radio drama, meets Berre, a gifted soundman with a magical ear. She is enchanted by storytelling; he finds solace in sound. Their encounter sparks a love that dares to exist beyond the rising shadow of their time.

Cast

Femke Vanhove

as Elza

Jef Hellemans

as Berre

Koen De Bouw

as Polak

Peter van den Begin

as Fons Belloy

Nico Sturm

as Dries

Robbie Cleiren

as Samuel

Els Dottermans

as Gaby

Evelien Bosmans

as Denize

Antje De Boeck

as Ida

Jan Hammenecker

as André

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