The Soundman

Set in Brussels during May 1940, this drama takes place within the Flagey building, the center of the national radio service. The story follows the relationship between Elza, a novice actress performing in radio plays, and Berre, a talented sound engineer. As Europe faces the imminent threat of war, the two find a mutual connection through their shared passion for audio storytelling and the technical art of sound.

The film was written and directed by Frank van Passel. It features a cast including Jef Hellemans as Berre and Femke Vanhove as Elza, alongside Koen De Bouw, Peter van den Begin, Nico Sturm, and Robbie Cleiren. A total of 34 actors are credited in the production. This project was a collaborative effort between production companies Beluga Tree, Caviar, and Lompvis, involving teams from Belgium, the Netherlands, and the Netherlands Antilles. The movie has a runtime of 118 minutes.