Film
My Friend, or The Hidden Life of Jules Depraeter
Belgium · Netherlands- Age rating
- AL
- Director
- Fons Rademakers
- Year
- 1979
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.
Top cast
Peter Faber
Jules Depraeter
André van den Heuvel
John Jensens
Dirk de Batist
Henri Vannoote
Magda Cnudde
Ondine van Aalst
Pleuni Touw
Helene Te Winckel
Kees ter Bruggen
Cecile
Paul Cammermans
Hektor Morgenhand
Camilia Blereau
Floorke Vannoote
Frank Aendenboom
Andre
Herbert Flack
lt. Tille
Germaine Pascal
Madame Lebelle
Florence Jamin
Mevrouw Jensens
Frans Vercammen
Brederode
Idwig Stephane
Dr. Te Winckel
Dirk Celis
Verstegen
Directed by
Fons Rademakers
Written by
Gerard Soeteman
Produced by
Fons Rademakers, Jos van der Linden