The Vanishing (1988) movie poster

The Vanishing (1988)

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ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 81%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 96% (RT: 96%) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
George Sluizer
Runtime
1h 46m
Country
Netherlands, France, Germany
Language
Dutch
TMDB Rating
7.4/10 (785 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
96%
Cast
Bernard-Pierre Donnadieu as Raymond Lemorne
Gene Bervoets as Rex Hofman
Johanna ter Steege as Saskia Wagter
Gwen Eckhaus as Lieneke
Pierre Forget as Farmer Laurent
Bernadette Le SachΓ© as Simone Lemorne
Tania Latarjet as Denise Lemorne
Lucille Glenn as Gabrielle Lemorne
Most people think so. 81% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 785 votes. Critics gave it 96%.
Overview
Rex and Saskia, a young couple in love, are on vacation when they stop at a busy service station. Saskia is abducted in broad daylight and three years pass with no answers or closure surrounding her disappearance. Rex has nearly given up all hope when he suddenly begins receiving letters from her abductor. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • George Sluizer cited several classic thriller films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • During production of The Vanishing, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

The Vanishing is a 1988 thriller, mystery film directed by George Sluizer. Rex and Saskia, a young couple in love, are on vacation when they stop at a busy service station. Saskia is abducted in broad daylight and three years pass with no answers or closure surrounding her disappearance.

Rex has nearly given up all hope when he suddenly begins receiving letters from her abductor. The film has been rated by 785 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a thriller film, The Vanishing delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Vanishing (1988) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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