Review of Soldier of Orange (1977) by Ben K — 25 Jun 2008

A great wartime thriller from Paul Verhoeven, with exceptional performances from Jeroen Krabbe and Rutger Hauer...

This review of Soldier of Orange (1977) was written by Ben K on 25 Jun 2008.

Soldier of Orange has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Mithun G (132) on 19 Aug 2007

The greatest Dutch Film ever. Rutger is amazing. My fav Verhoeven film…

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By Tor T (3) on 30 Aug 2007

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By Jon G (407) on 02 Feb 2008

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By Albert M (105) on 29 Jun 2007

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By Nick R (843) on 02 Dec 2007

Refreshing take on the war movie genre. also proves that more good things come out of the netherlands than Nick Ridder and beer…

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By Clément G (14) on 29 May 2008

C'est evident, Paul Verhoeven croyait en son projet…

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By Andrew D (1,611) on 10 Dec 2007

Really good film about the Dutch resistance. I preferred Black Book though which is similar Dutch film…

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By Kevin M (2,627) on 10 Dec 2008

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By Hunter W (136) on 14 Jul 2007

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