Antonia's Line
In the aftermath of WWII, strong-willed Antonia returns to her small hometown where she has inherited her mother’s farm. Antonia, joined by her free-spirited artist daughter Danielle, ingratiates herself with the town’s tight-knit and eccentric community. As the years unfold, love and tragedy come to Antonia and Danielle, and the pair fosters a vibrant circle of strong, liberated women. Winner of the 1996 Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.
"Feminist director Gorris, whose previous features explored sexual politics and relations with a critical eye, here trades rhetoric for whimsy, warmth, and fantasy... Highly recommended." - Video Librarian
Cast
- Willeke van Ammelrooy
- Els Dottermans
- Dora van der Groen
DVD Features
Archival interview with director Marleen Gorris.
New essay by Thelma Adams.
Sound: Stereo 2.0
Discs: 1
Blu-ray Features
Archival interview with director Marleen Gorris.
New essay by Thelma Adams.
Sound: Stereo 2.0
Discs: 1
- "This is the rare film that does actually succeed in suggesting the experience of a lifetime."
- "Harsh and gentle, sensual and intellectual, wise-ass and heartfelt -- it's a full package."
- "Gorris has fashioned a rare and wonderful world capable of provoking both laughter and tears -- sometimes at the same time. "
Gallery
Awards & Recognition
Best Foreign Language Film
Academy Awards®
People's Choice Award
Toronto Int'l Film Festival
Audience Award
Chicago Int'l Film Festival
Best Screenplay
Chicago Int'l Film Festival
Best Director
Nederlands Film Festival
Toronto Int'l Film Festival
Nederlands Film Festival
Chicago Int'l Film Festival
Dutch Oscar Film Festival
Women Make Waves Film Festival