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Mr. Slotter's Jubilee
Overview
Hein Slotter, unpopular director of a pram factory, reluctantly agrees to celebrate his 25th anniversary. His only wish is that his successor and mentor, Slieps, gives a speech. Unfortunately Slieps is quite senile and only occasionally has a bright moment. Meanwhile, the party committee learns of a rumor concerning Slotter's younger days and plans to embarrass him during this festive occasion.
Director and cast
- Bert Haanstra Director
- Kees Brusse as Hein Slotter
- Paul Steenbergen as Slieps Sr.
- Jeroen Krabbé as Dries Barns
- Bernhard Droog as Vrijst
- Eric Schneider as Kees Slieps
- Ellen de Thouars as Dolle Hans
- Annet Nieuwenhuyzen as Ans Slieps
- Jacques Commandeur as Henri Lutters
- Gees Linnebank as Kraanarbeider
- Eric van Ingen Cast
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