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The Bulletin has put together a list of 10 films that display what being Belgian is all about
for better or for worse. Some of the films are produced in the tucked-away corners of
the platteland, giving the perfect snapshot of Flemish or Walloon life. Others simply display
the massive cinematic talent that flows in a Belgians veins, while allowing a glance at some
of the deep (and sometimes deranged) thoughts that occupy their minds. Complete this list,
and you can start calling yourself a Belgian c inema connoisseur.
1.) Dikkenek
This 2006 film truly defines what it means to be Brusselaar, or a true-blue Brussels-born
local. It's a broad comedy that delves into the lives of different Belgian dikkenek (a Dutch
word for someone who is wealthy or a show-off): from the bored, beautiful Natacha to
Claudy, a slaughterhouse manager and amateur photographer (of Natacha). Outrageous and
layered with cultural references, the film is packed with laughs at Brussels many oddities.
We suggest watching Dikkenek once a year, as each time you will uncover a new hilarious
moment in the film that you didnt understand before. Directed by Olivier Van Hoofstadt, the
film blasted many Belgians and non-Belgians into stardom, including Mlanie Laurent,
Marion Cotillard and Franois Damiens.
Add the fact that C'est arriv was made on a shoestring budget by four students, and its an
immediate Belgian classic.
the films musical group is still playing in Belgium under the name Broken Circle Breakdown
Bluegrass Band: they will be playing, among other gigs, at Ezperanzah this year.