Storyline
The movie follows the turbulent life of Wortel, a deeply devout yet flawed Flemish farmer at the turn of the 20th century. Wortel has an intense bond with his land, but his life is defined by a relentless series of tragic hardships.Throughout his journey, Wortel faces the loss of multiple children, the suicide of his son, and the heartbreaking deaths of his wives, Fien and Frisine. Despite these devastating misfortunes, he is constantly urged by the local village priest to accept this suffering as part of God's grand plan. Mixing heavy melodrama with moments of dark, bittersweet humor, the film portrays Wortel’s fierce survival instinct, human weaknesses, and ultimate search for solace through his faith and hard labor.
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Cast & Crew
Jef Burm
Pastoor
Christel Domen
Frisine
Matteo Simoni
Pasgeboren baby
Ronny Waterschoot
Wortel
Magda Lesage
Fien
Sabine De Volder
Amelieke
Erik Goossens
Fons
Jos van Gorp
Commissaris
Gerda Marchand
Weduwe
Jacky Morel
Ossekop
Ugo Prinsen
Franelle
Karen van Parijs
Amelie
Frequently Asked Questions
Peasant Psalm was released on March 16, 1989.
The runtime of Peasant Psalm is 1h 40m.
Peasant Psalm is a Drama, History movie.
Peasant Psalm has a rating of 5.5 out of 10 on TMDB.
Peasant Psalm is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
Peasant Psalm was directed by Roland Verhavert.
The main cast of Peasant Psalm includes Jef Burm, Christel Domen, Matteo Simoni.
Peasant Psalm is originally in NL.