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The Vanishing (1988)

“Who Has Seen This Woman?”

7.4/10 · 867 votes 1h 46m nr ThrillerMystery

#12 of 68 films from 1988 #340 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by George Sluizer · Written by Tim Krabbé, George Sluizer

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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.

Cast

Bernard-Pierre Donnadieuas Raymond Lemorne
Gene Bervoetsas Rex Hofman
Johanna ter Steegeas Saskia Wagter
Gwen Eckhausas Lieneke
Pierre Forgetas Farmer Laurent
Bernadette Le Sachéas Simone Lemorne
Tania Latarjetas Denise Lemorne
Lucille Glennas Gabrielle Lemorne
Roger Souzaas Manager
Caroline Appéréas Cashier
Didier Roussetas TV Journalist
Raphaëline Goupilleauas Gisèle Marzin
Robert Lucibelloas Teacher
David Bayleas Lemorne (16 years old)

Facts

Release dateOctober 27, 1988
Runtime106 min (1h 46m) — about the same as the 1988 average of 105 min
GenresThriller, Mystery
Original titleSpoorloos
LanguageNL
IMDbtt0096163

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Questions

How long is The Vanishing?
The Vanishing runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Is The Vanishing worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.4/10 across 867 votes, which places it #12 of 68 films released in 1988 in this index (top 84%) and #340 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed The Vanishing?
The Vanishing was directed by George Sluizer. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Vanishing (1993).
Who stars in The Vanishing?
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 Saché as Simone Lemorne.
What is The Vanishing rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Vanishing?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/262620.

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