Echte Mannen Huilen Niet (2026)
In the Netherlands, a large proportion of men face mental health challenges. However, openness regarding this remains rare, especially in the world of football. What does it mean to act strong in a culture where silence is the norm? A group of professional football players gather in a retreat to start to open themselves up to themselves and to others.
Director: Jan Paul van der Velden
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Gianni Zuiverloon as |
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Edson Braafheid as |
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Ron Vlaar as |
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Calvin Jong-a-Pin as |
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Thomas Marijnissen as |
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Ryan Donk as |
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Mark Diemers as |
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Erik Wegewijs as |
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Levi Rigters as |
| Directing | Jan Paul van der Velden | Director |