The Bastard
Two separate stories intertwine as Ethiopian Daniel Hoek reflects on how his father's abandonment led him to a life of crime.
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Two separate stories intertwine as Ethiopian Daniel Hoek reflects on how his father's abandonment led him to a life of crime.
Synopsis
Daniel Hoek recalls his life in Ethiopia after the abandonment by his Dutch father, Joop Hoek. Joop reflects on his own childhood and the absence of his Dutch-Indonesian father. The Bastard presents their intertwined narratives, revealing how these separations shaped their choices and lives. Directed by Floris-Jan van Luyn, the documentary includes Daniel’s descent into crime and Joop’s attempts to make sense of his past. The film runs for 85 minutes and was released in 2018.
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