

40-45, the Musical(2025)
A story about two brothers who, after the bombing of Rotterdam, each choose a different side of the battle.
Rotterdam, just after the First World War: Dirk and Louis grow up as inseparable brothers in a warm family. But their lives change drastically after the bombing of Rotterdam: Louis joins the resistance, while Dirk chooses the German side. This poignant story shows the devastating impact of the Second World War on a family.

Movie: 40-45, the Musical
Top 10 Billed Cast
Leah Liebman
Marie de Jong
Daan
Albert de Weert/Ensemble
Schultze/Ensemble

40-45, de Musical
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Rotterdam, just after the First World War: Dirk and Louis grow up as inseparable brothers in a warm family. But their lives change drastically after the bombing of Rotterdam: Louis joins the resistance, while Dirk chooses the German side. This poignant story shows the devastating impact of the Second World War on a family.
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2025-03-08
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