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Director: Frank Van Passel
Run Time: 2 hours
Language: Dutch and French with English subtitles

On the eve of the German Invasion in 1940 Belgium, a tender attachment forms between a gifted young radio apprentice and a rising actress, their hopes colliding with a world edging toward war. Inside Brussel’s famed Flagey Building, 18-year old Berre – an introverted talent with a magical ear – rises from intern to sound engineer, crafting transportive live radio drama soundscapes that captivate Elza, a luminous on-air performer seeking joy in uncertain times. As their fragile bond deepens amid air-raid sirens and rising antisemitism, the radio studio becomes a haven where imagination and escape push back the gathering darkness. Through lyrical visuals, sumptuous period detail, and breathtaking use of sound, this singular prewar tale delivers an immersive WWII-era drama unlike any other.

Lights, Camera, Conversation

Join us after the credits roll for Lights, Camera, Conversation – a welcoming space for movie-lovers to reflect, share perspectives and dive deeper into the themes, characters and emotions sparked by the film. Whether you're a casual viewer or a cinema enthusiast, this is your chance to connect, process, and keep the story going.

All films will be shown at the Cranford Theater, 25 North Avenue W in Cranford

Ticket Price
At the Door: $18
Advance Purchase: $18, Member Advance Ticket Price: $15.30
Series: $85, Member Series Price: $63.75

Early Bird Series Discount - Purchase tickets by 9/15
Price: $80, Member Price: $60

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This program was made possible by a grant from the Malvin and Greta Roesch Film Festival Endowment Fund of the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater MetroWest NJ.